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at the Boys & Girls Club of Fond du Lac
Catch up on everything happening at the Boys & Girls Club of Fond du Lac. From event recaps and member spotlights to program updates, community partnerships, and Club news, this is where we share the stories behind the great futures we're building every day. Check back often to see how our members, staff, volunteers, and supporters are making a difference in our community.
SAVE THE DATE! Reach for the Stars Dinner & Auction set for Feb. 24!
Reach for the Stars Dinner & Auction benefits the Boys & Girls Club’s summer programs provided to all youth in the Fond du Lac community and surrounding areas. Presented by Grande Cheese and Mercury Marine, our 15th annual event will take place on Friday,...
December 2022 Face of Great Futures
Yacely is 7 years old and a 2nd grader at Parkside Elementary. This is her second year being a part of the Boys & Girls Club and she loves it! Yacely's favorite thing about Club is the art activities, especially coloring. She shared that she is good at both...
Today is #GivingTuesday! 5 Ways to Give!
Today is the day! GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Over the past 10 years, this idea has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate...
Meet BGCFDL’s New Graduation Specialist
Ashly Steger has been selected as the Boys & Girls Club of Fond du Lac's new graduation specialist, and has already begun making a positive impact on students who are enrolled in the organization's Be GREAT: Graduate program. In partnership with the Fond du Lac...
BGCFDL Committed to Trauma-Informed Practice
Last week, the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley team led a 3-day Trauma-Informed training experience for 11 Boys & Girls Clubs across the Midwest. This intensive training offered Clubs opportunities to expand their knowledge, hone skills, and integrate...
November 2022 Face of Great Futures
Jake is 10 years old and currently a 4th grader at Chegwin Elementary School. He has been a Club member since he was in 1st grade and enjoys attending because “it’s fun and I also get to have gym time and play soccer.” Jake lives in Fond du Lac with his mom, dad,...
Heim named Outstanding RD Professional for BGCA’s Midwest Region
Each year, Boys & Girls Clubs of America takes the opportunity to recognize local staff members for excellence in their work in executing the mission of Boys & Girls Clubs across the country. Awards range from program offerings and fundraising work to board...
October 2022 Face of Great Futures
Kameel is 7 years old and currently a 2nd grader at Pier Elementary School. This is his second year attending Club and he enjoys it because “we can go outside, do fun projects like melty beads and shrinky dinks on 'Fun Friday', and sometimes we even get to have 'Fun...
SPELL for Great Futures raises $33K for Academic Programs
The Boys & Girls Club of Fond du Lac held its 9th annual SPELL for Great Futures team spelling bee on October 12. Business and community leaders were randomly teamed up with Club members to compete in this magical Harry Potter themed event. Presented by Society...
Trot, Walk OR Volunteer for the Festival Foods Turkey Trot!
We invite YOU to Trot, Walk or Volunteer for the Festival Foods Turkey Trot! Kick off your Thanksgiving Day with a bit of exercise and a lot of fun for the whole family! With these great options to choose from, there’s something for everyone: Register to...
September 2022 Face of Great Futures
Adele is 8 years old and is really enjoying 3rd grade in Ms. Davis' classroom at Roberts Elementary School. This is her first year being a part of the Boys & Girls Club because this is the first year the Club's afterschool program has been offered at her school;...
SPELL for Great Futures set for Oct. 12!
The Boys & Girls Club of Fond du Lac is thrilled to announce its 9th annual SPELL for Great Futures team spelling bee. This year’s fun and exciting Harry Potter themed event will be held Wednesday, October 12 at 5:30pm at the Johnsonville Boys & Girls Club...