Governor Doug Ducey today announced $375,000 for after-school programs that help promote healthy choices and encourage social engagement among kids of rural areas and underserved communities. “Organizations like First Tee help our state build new safety nets to support vulnerable kids and families,” said Governor Ducey.
The Arizona Alliance for Boys & Girls Clubs is honored to receive a new $1 million investment in the social and emotional health programs that we offer to students around the State. Together, Arizona Clubs serve more than 110,000 youth in rural, urban and suburban communities; and, our members have struggled throughout the pandemic.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley today announced a first-of-its kind GamerThon™ Fundraiser, in partnership with Phoenix Raceway, NASCAR and Zelus E-sports, to generate donations for the Club and excitement for the return of NASCAR’s Cup Series Championship Week this November.
Governor Doug Ducey today announced Arizona is distributing $26.5 million to support Summer learning programs, reach struggling students, enhance student achievement and expand tutoring opportunities. “Our teachers, students and families have worked hard to stay on track and ensure Arizona kids have all the support they need,” said Governor Ducey.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley’s Grant Woods Branch will be hosting a four-week soccer program that includes practices and games for players grades K-8 starting on Monday, February 22. Leading these practice sessions and games will be Officers from the Mesa Police Department who have attended a U.S. Soccer Grassroots Coaching License course hosted by the Arizona Soccer Association.
Today, the leaders of Vista College Prep, the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley (BGCAZ), UMOM New Day Centers, and Northern Arizona University announced a partnership for an innovative, virtual summer school program designed to help Phoenix’s most underserved children catch up on lost learning time due to the coronavirus.
