Message from our CEO, Geovanny Ragsdal

Upcoming Club Events

November 12th

Mark your Calendars!

Join us for our 30th Anniversary Celebration - Denim & Diamonds: Celebrating the Future of America on November 12, 2022 from 5 p.m - 9 p.m. at the Canyon in Agoura Hills. More information to come.

Sponsorship opportunities are available, to learn more contact Kelly Ventimiglia k.ventimiglia@bgcwv.org or Geovanny Ragsdale g.ragsdale@bgcwv.org or call 818.610.1054 ext. 2011 or 2001 respectively.

For the most up-to-date information, click here

You can still sign up for Summer Field Trips!

Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley is offering youth a unique opportunity to end their summer. We will have daily field trips to different locations until August 5th.

These activities are limited to BGCWV members in good standing. Space is limited to 40 Elementary Kids and 20 Middle School Youth on a first come first serve basis.

Click here to sign up!

🌟 Staff Member Highlight 🌟

Welcome to Your New Role as Director of Operations, Liliana!

"I am excited to welcome Liliana Lozano into this new role. Her passion to our values and mission are evident. She will help us ensure the Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley is operating at the highest levels of integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence as we enable and inspire all youth to reach their full potential." - Quote from CEO Geovanny Ragsdale

🌟 Board Member Highlight 🌟

Congratulations to our incredible board member, Jane Skeeter, for being selected as one of five finalists for the Fernando Award! The Fernando Award is considered the highest award presented for volunteer leadership and philanthropy in the San Fernando Valley.

The 2022 recipient will be announced during the 64th Annual Fernando Gala dinner on Friday, September 9th, 2022, 6:30PM at the Skirball Cultural Center. For more information, please visit fernandoawards.org

🌟 Donor Highlight 🌟

Thank you Target!

Target generously donated school supplies and backpacks to our summer sites and the Gary M. Thomas Clubhouse. In total, Target supplied over ❗️400 ❗️members with much needed gear for the new school year! The Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley is so grateful for their amazing support!

July Club Highlights

Check out this month's happenings:

Education

At Reseda Elementary members got to tap into their STEM knowledge while mixing and exploring different ingredients to see a fun reaction!

The Arts

Our TheaterMatters program was a big hit with the kids over Summer, and members had a great time playing and creating on stage!

Health & Wellness

After the fitness program we had one of our members, Jocelyn, run a mindfulness activity in which we closed our eyes, took deep breaths, and discussed sensations happening within our bodies. We then proceeded to share mindfulness tips and discuss why it’s important to take a few minutes each day to ourselves.

Leadership & Service

At Reseda Elementary, we recognize our members who represent the true meaning of inspiring others to have fun and to make a difference within their pod! Here we celebrated those members who were chosen as Youth of the Week.

Healthy Habits

Members at Winnetka Elementary had the amazing opportunity to learn about the importance of healthy eating by making fun snacks themselves!

Dollars Raised in June

As donors and members, we want to thank you for supporting the Boys and Girls Club of the West Valley.

Your collective gifts generated the following breakdown to the organization.

Info, Resources, & Community Events

Join Ross in Supporting the Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley!

Will you be doing back-to-school shopping?

Join Ross and support #GreatFutures for our West Valley youth! Starting July 30th until August 21st, donate at the register to support the Boys & Girls Clubs homework help program when visiting your neighborhood Ross.

Ross will match the first $400K raised!

Free Hotspots for Qualifying Youth

Through Project 10 Million, T Mobile is providing free hotspots with five years of free service to youth who qualify for free and reduced price lunch.

Learn more

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Shop local and support the Canoga Park Famers Market on Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Corporate Champions

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Our Corporate Champion program recognizes businesses that support the Club with a year-long contribution that impacts the lives of more than 2,500 young people. Contact us to become a Corporate Champion today!

Stay Connected!

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