October Newsletter

Putting the FUN In Fundraising

Thank you for your support of our 9th Annual Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito Cornhole Tournament sponsored by TE Connectivity/IVD Solutions Carlsbad on Saturday, October 7, 2023.

With over 75 teams, perfect weather, and community support from over 25 San Diego businesses, the event boasted a fantastic fundraising result at just over $35,000 net. Read More

Empowering Kids After School

After-School Cooking

teaches our members how to make tasty, healthy snacks after school with fresh ingredients, taught by our Centers For a Healthy Lifestyle.

SMART Girls

is a small-group health, fitness, education and self-esteem enhancement program designed to meet the developmental and emotional needs of girls ages 8 to 18.

Passport to Manhood

encourages boys ages 8 to 14 to develop and mature into young men through discussions and activities that reinforce character, leadership and positive behavior.

Robotics is Back in Full Swing!

Through STEM2Leaf Robotics, students delve into the world of engineering, where they design and build airplanes featuring motors, gears, and sensors. The workshop begins outdoors with a hands-on programming demonstration, making abstract concepts come to life. Students then head inside to collaborate on their projects.

Group Fun

Career Day

Friendship

Staff Attend National Boys & Girls Club Conference

A handful of our staff received the opportunity to connect with peers from across the Pacific region: sharing best practices and emerging strategies, while engaging in learning sessions with subject matter experts on critical areas of impact.

Finding Support in the SMART Girls & WISE Guys Programs

Our Griset Clubhouse adopted a shared focus this month for both programs: building trust and finding things in common within the group.

Using different modes of creativity, members shared their hobbies, culture, food, and more to create connections with each other. They also created a safe space for discussion. Topics focused on stress management in regard to schoolwork and tests, as well as discussion about athletic and musical program dilemmas and challenges.

Ukulele Lessons

Members enjoy learning how to follow beats and read music notes thanks to our Youth Arts Academy enrichment program.

Sharpening Skills

Members learn new recipes and practice new skills in the kitchen thanks to our Centers For a Healthy Lifestyle.

Teens Making a Difference, One Pound at a Time!

Our Harper Teen Center teens recently volunteered at Feeding San Diego, packing 1,525 pounds of fresh produce. Thanks to their efforts, 504 families received essential food support. This act of kindness showcases the incredible impact our youth can make when given the chance!

Great Musicians Start Here

at Youth Arts Academy

Private Lessons

A wide variety of instruments with professional artists. Students meet once a week for 30 minutes. Learn More

Rock Band

The real deal when it comes to preparing students for the ultimate music group experience. Learn More

Jazz Band

Join our weekly extravaganza as we dive headfirst into the captivating world of jazz. Learn More

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Community

Outreach & Awareness

BGC San Dieguito continually partners with local organizations, events, colleges and schools, raising awareness about our programs and services as well as making vital connections within the community at large.

Griset Clubhouse staff participated in the Service-Learning Community Partner Fair on September 7th at CSU San Marcos and the San Dieguito Alliance Networking Luncheon on September 8th at the Encinitas Community Center.

Our Athletics and Youth Arts Academy staff represented BGC San Dieguito well at the September 28th Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce Business Expo hosted at Lomas Santa Fe Country Club.

Supporting Sponsors

Who Support Us

Thank You 2023 Cornhole Sponsors!

"Fun"raisers

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Save the Date

Chip-In-For-Kids Golf Tournament

Monday, May 20, 2024,

Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club

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Our Mission: Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito is an organization dedicated to providing POSITIVE activities to develop the education, health, self-esteem and character of youth.

If we are open to learning more about each other, we can do more together.

At Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito we cultivate an inclusive environment

in which our members and staff feel valued and free to be their authentic selves.

We believe in great futures for youth and welcome all races, sexual orientations,

ethnicities, identities, religions, and abilities.

Your family's health and safety are important to us. Please follow the health guidelines the CDC has put in place.

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