What’s New
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.
September 2024 Face of Great Futures
Apollo is 8 years old and currently a 3rd grader at Rosenow Elementary who attends the Roberts Club site after school every day. In addition to being our Face of Great Futures for the month of September, Apollo has also been selected as one of five Youth of the Month...
BGCFDL hires Food Service Coordinator
The Boys & Girls Club of Fond du Lac has added a food service coordinator to its growing leadership team. Brenda Myers has been selected to oversee the food service operations for all program locations within the organization to meet the nutritional needs of Club...
Trot, Walk OR Volunteer for the Festival Foods Turkey Trot!
2024 Festival Foods Turkey Trot registration is open! Sign up by 10/31 for Early Bird pricing! Kick off your Thanksgiving Day with a bit of exercise and a lot of fun for the whole family! *Interested in Volunteering?! We'd LOVE to have you! Register to Trot,...
Teens Experience Washington D.C.
In early August, 18 teen Club members had the opportunity to experience an all-expense paid trip to our nation’s capitol, sponsored by a Learning Journey Grant through Herb Kohl Philanthropies. Youth were selected based on their overall attendance, character and...
Life & Workforce Readiness Takes Off!
Summer is always a blast at the Boys & Girls Club as we aim to provide new experiences for youth in our community. This summer was extra special because it was the first summer with our Life & Workforce Readiness program up and running! The cool thing about...
August 2024 Face of Great Futures
Camden is 8 years old and will be a 3rd grader at Oakfield Elementary School this year. He has been a Club member for two summers and enjoys attending because of the fun program activities like coloring and the fact that he can see his Boys & Girls Club friends. ...
SPELL raises over $40K for Academic Programs
The Boys & Girls Club of Fond du Lac held its 11th annual SPELL for Great Futures team spelling bee on July 24, 2024. Business and community leaders were randomly teamed up with Club members to compete in this year’s Wonka themed event. Presented by Society...
July 2024 Face of Great Futures
Hunter (aka "HP") is 14 years old and will be in 8th grade at Theisen Middle School this fall. He has been a Club member for 3 years and really loves attending because it makes him happy to meet Club staff and also "because Great Futures Start HERE!" Hunter's favorite...
BGC Board Engagement Teams Celebration
Our Boys & Girls Club staff held a special dinner for board members in celebration of their commitment and participation in the program over the past school year. Our Board Engagement Teams (BET) began in 2018 and aims to engage board members in activities at our...
Meet BGCFDL’s New Social Emotional Learning Coordinator
The Boys & Girls Club of Fond du Lac continues to make its mental health programs a priority with the addition of a new social emotional learning (SEL) coordinator. Hannah Schumacher has been selected to join the organization's leadership team and is working...
Spell for Great Futures set for July 24!
It’s almost time for the 11th annual Spell for Great Futures team spelling bee presented by Society Insurance! This year’s fun and exciting Wonka themed event will be held Wednesday, July 24 at 5:30pm at the Johnsonville Boys & Girls Club located at 76 W. 2nd...
June 2024 Face of Great Futures
Kinsley is 9 years old and will be a 4th grader at Waters Elementary this fall. She lives with her mom, dad, teenage brother, and their 17 year old cat "Jezebel". Kinsley has been a Boys & Girls Club member in the summer program since she was in 2nd grade. She...