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From the Clubs Archives

Sounders FC Star Freddie Ljungberg Visits Southwest Club!

The Southwest Club welcomed Sounders FC player, Freddie Ljungber, on October 15th. Freddie spent time answering questions, signing autographs and playing with the kids. Many thanks to Freddie and the Seattle Sounders! Click here to view highlights from Freddie's visit.

Groundbreaking News From Mercer Island

After eight years of your encouragement for the Mercer Island PEAK project, ground has been broken! The funding for the $14.5M project was raised by members of the Mercer Island community. The new facility will be located amidst the teens on the Island: the MI High School campus. Stay tuned for the Grand Opening of PEAK, summer of '10.

What Were You Doing at Age 12?
This sixth grader is the president of his own city

Hunter is learning about leadership, compassion, hard work and responsibility through real-life experiences; he's 12 years old, in the 6th grade and the president-elect of the city of Renway. Hunter and his cabinet of officers review business proposals, approve Renway bank loans and "if the paychecks are wrong, we have to organize things".

Volunteering
Lionfish contributes more than $300,000 worth of creativity

When our friends at Lionfish agreed to help us refresh the face of our organization, they immediately submerged themselves in the Boys & Girls Club culture. They wanted to step inside your shoes and minds so they sought the thoughts of more than 800 of you - board members, parents, staff and supporters and of course, Club kids. 

In the News Archives

November 19, 2009
A group of Microsoft employees raised $5,000 and used the money to build 10 new computers for the Renton/Skyway Boys & Girls Club. Click here to read more.

November 10, 2009
We're a favorite! The Puget Sound public has chosen us as one of their favorite Northwest employers in the fourth annual NWjobs People's Picks contest. We were declared a finalist for favorite largest non-profit. Many thanks to everyone who voted!

August 17, 2009
The Sounders FC and the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County will host a school supply drive at the Sounders FC vs. New England Revolution match Thursday.  "Thousands of the area youth are not able to afford the proper supplies necessary to succeed in school, like backpacks, pencils, crayons and paper," said Boys & Girls Club Communications & Public Relations Director
Rachel Doxtater.  Click here to read more.

July 1, 2009
For the past eight years, the Mercer Island community has worked tirelessly to bring a Teen Center to the island. On Monday, June 29th, all their hard work paid off. Read more about the groundbreaking. Click here to read more.

June 22, 2009
Celebrities converge for charity tournament. For the record, it's not about the golf, it's about the kids. Click here to read more.

June 18, 2009
The 2nd annual Teenfest will get underway at 1 p.m. on Friday with a skateboard competition and transition into a muscial event. Click here.

June 10, 2009
2nd annual teen festival to feature skating, food, and music. Click here to read more.

April 2, 2009
100+ Kids Converge on Rainier Vista Boys & Girls Club for All-Girl Sports Day. Click here to read more.

March 25, 2009
Postive Patrol Rewards Kids for Good Deeds. Click here to read more.
For Press Inquiries,
Please contact:
Rachel Doxtater
Communications and Public Relations Director
206.436.1818
rdoxtater@positiveplace.org

From the Clubs

CA technologies hosts Jr. Golf Day for BGCKC
Freddy Couples hosts clinic at US Senior Open! Please click here to read story
"Professionalism" was the word of the day
Renway kids welcomed friends from Moss Adams, Microsoft and Lionfish to enjoy their city. Please click here to view video.
Gardening at the clubs
Volunteers from Amway Global and the Green Education Foundation help our Boys & Girls Clubs learn the fun of organic gardening! Watch our footage here. Please click here to view video.
Winter Fun from our Clubs
Volunteers take Club kids shopping, tubing and more! Please click here to view video.
Thanksgiving at our Clubs!
Hot meals and a talent show!
Please click here to view the video.

In the News

Win7 July 16, 2010
Jedi Camp featured on KIRO radio!
Click here to listen to story.
Win7 June 28, 2010
King County Council recognizes award-winning Renway. Click here to read the article.
Win7 May 28, 2010
Renway wins National Award. Click here to read more!
Win7 March 30, 2010
Boys & Girls Clubs of America news story could impact local efforts, read our President/CEO remarks.  Click here to read remarks from BGCA.
Subaru December 29, 2009
Share the Love with Boys & Girls Clubs of King County through Subaru. Click here to read more.

Press Releases

pic February, 2010
Wallingford Club Teen Wins Youth of the Year Competition. Click here to read more.
pic February, 2010
Boys & Girls Clubs of King County Teens Compete for Youth of the Year title. Click here to read more.

Press Release Archives

  January, 2010
BGCKC Teams Up with USDA Food Program to Provide More Meals for Kids. Click here to read more.
  October 20, 2009
$985,000 Raised at Annual KidsAuction. Click here to read more.
  September 28, 2009
MI School District and Boy & Girls Clubs Resolve Lease Issue. Click here to read more.
  September 26, 2009
College and Career Fair for Seattle Teens. Click here to read more.
  August 26, 2009
Preparing Our Youth for a Successful School Year. Click here to read more.
  June 19, 2009
Teens Only: 2nd Annual Teen Fest in Sammamish. Click here to read more.
  June, 2009
Renton’s Mayor Law Presents Key to the City to Kid Government. Click here to read more.
  April 11, 2009
Southwest Boys & Girls Club's SMART Girls spearhead Teen Summit and Resource Fair. Click here to read more.
  April 6, 2009
Former Mariner and baseball legend, José Cruz Jr., shares his love of baseball with Boys & Girls Clubs. Click here to read more.
  April 1, 2009
Seattle's leading female athletes celebrate All Girls Sports Day at Rainier Vista Boys & Girls Club. Click here to read more.
  February 28, 2009
Boys & Girls Clubs of King County hosts Regional Digital Arts Festival. Click here to read more.
  February 10, 2009
Rainier Vista teen wins King County Youth of the Year competition. Click here to read more.
  December 3, 2008
Club kids make presents for family with the help of volunteers. Click here to read more.
  October 20, 2008
Annual KidsAuction raises $900,000: 90% of goal reached. Click here to read more.
  September 15, 2008
Boys & Girls Clubs of King County announces new hires and new board member. Click here to read more.

 

 


 
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