Terros Health and the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley are working together to address mental health needs in more under-represented communities. The pilot program is called “The Whole Child Approach,” where there will be wellness coaches provided at various branches of Boys and Girls Clubs in Maricopa and Pinal counties.
The National Football League and Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee announced on Wednesday the donation of $25,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley, according to a press release. The funds will be used to cover the branch’s flag football program for the year, which consists of 275 boys and girls.
Arizona Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell crashed a Boys and Girls Club youth flag football practice near 40th Street and the Loop 202 on Wednesday. “I’m a big believer in sports and being active not just as kids but adults, I’m active everyday,” said Goodell. Fitzgerald told the kids about the lessons sports have taught him and how it’s applied to his life.
We are thrilled to have Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley showcased in an interview with our CEO Marcia Mintz in the Phoenix Business Journal. Marcia Mintz, a well-traveled businesswoman, dedicates her life to helping the youth reach their full potential as the CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley. She spoke to the Business Journal for this executive profile.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley announced its sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program administered by the Arizona Department of Education, Community Nutrition Programs. Meals will be made available to enrolled participants at no separate charge without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
Mesa Arts Academy will be offering healthy meals to all students at no cost every school day in School Year 2022-2023. Your child(ren) will receive free breakfast and lunch meals every school day regardless of your household’s income. Qualifications for children to receive free meals, for your child(ren) to be enrolled in our school. There is no application required.
