MISSION
To inspire all youth to reach their full potential as
caring, productive and responsible citizens.
COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDERS LEARN MORE ABOUT EXPANSION
On March 7, over 40 stakeholders from the Mt. Airy community gathered at Greenfield Baptist Church to learn more about BGCDA's expansion efforts at Mt. Airy Elementary. BGCDA Board Member, Sheriff Mike Taylor, led a presentation about the impact the new Club would have on the youth at Mt. Airy Elementary as well as how this would be funded. "While there may be grants that can help support this new Club, our hopes are for the community to rally around the kids and invest in this community's future!

Mt. Airy Elementary School Principal, Ms. Pamela Fields noted, "We are extremely excited about this opportunity to partner with the Boys & Girls Club to expand their program to our kids. To see the community come together to learn more about how we can do this, makes it even more a reality!" While an open date is TBD, momentum as well as funds to support this initiative are growing. If you would like more information on how you can become a part of the expansion efforts, please contact Faith Stamps, CEO at 434.792.3266 or stampsf@bgcdanville.org.
CLUB MEMBERS EXPLORE AVIATION
Chatham Club members spent time during the month of March exploring aviation. Elementary and middle school members teamed up to research career opportunities and design their own BGC 'Big Blue' airport. At the conclusion of the program, members toured the Danville Regional Airport and Averett University's Flight Center. Members were able to experience sitting inside of an airplane for the first time, tour the control tower, and operate the airplane simulator! Growing future pilots...growing great futures!
COLOR FOR A CAUSE
Danville and Chatham Club members participated in Danville Mall's Color for a Cause. Ms. Peggy Douglas, BGC Youth Development Specialist, led the group of over 20 members that also had the opportunity to engage with other community members.

Two Club members spoke about their experiences at the Club and how much fun it was to be a Club member. BGCDA was one of 20 area non-profits highlight during the event. Thanks to Danville Mall for supporting BGCDA!
TEENS HOST BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
Positive things keep happening at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Danville Area through our Keystone Club and Teen Center. On Saturday March 16, about 75 kids from the community came out to the Club and enjoyed a small version of a March Madness - 3 on 3 - Competition.

The event had an incredible turn out & the kids had an amazing time!!! Club members shared the positive Club space with some great kids in the community. 

As a result of hosting community day, BGCDA has had several teens show interest in joining the Club and one new teen recently became a member. Stay tuned for his awesome success story and more from the great young men and women of the Danville Area.
IT'S NOT TOO LATE!
Still want to join us for the Fifth Annual Blue Jeans Gala? Great food, DJ, fun and door prizes! We'll even have the NCAA tournament playing for you basketball fans! Purchase tickets here.
BEACON GOLF TOURNAMENT SUPPORTING BGCDA
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Danville Area
Danville, VA 24541
bgcdanville.org    434.792.3266
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