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Thurston Talk: North Thurston Public Schools Partner with Community Organizations to Provide Wrap-Around services for families
BGCTC Director of Operations Receives Rotary Leadership Award
Shellica Trevino, BGCTC Director of Operations was recognized by Rotary Clubs of Thurston County as one of four community leaders who has given back to their community in a positive way and demonstrating “service above self.” The award was presented at the 2019 Cool Jazz Clean Water event held at the Washington Center for the…
Read MoreTenino Branch of Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County Hosts Grand Opening of The Bruno & Evelyne Betti Teen Center
[Tenino, WA] – Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County (BGCTC) hosted a Grand Opening Celebration and ribbon cutting for the The Bruno & Evelyne Betti Teen Center at the Tenino branch on Thursday, November 14, 5-6:30 pm. The celebration was held at the Tenino Branch located at Tenino Elementary School, 301 Old Hwy 99…
Read MoreBGCTC Teens Named Next Generation Philanthropists by South Sound Partners in Philanthropy
South Sound Partners for Philanthropy recognized BGCTC’s BOLTS Keystone/Interact Club at its annual celebration of local giving held Nov. 14. The Keystone/Interact group (B.O.L.T.S) received the Next Generation Philanthropist Award at the event for its extensive volunteer efforts and dedication to the community. The group’s goals center on helping others in the community while building…
Read MorePodcast for Good Features BGCTC’s STEM Efforts
In Sept 2019, I sat down with Heather Lucas, Fiscal and Policy Coordinator, with the WA State Combined Fund Drive for a professional “first.” We recorded an episode of Podcast for Good and chatted about all things we do at our Clubs that are Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) related. Click here and scroll…
Read MoreNew Yelm Branch of Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County Hosts Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County (BGCTC) will host a Grand Opening celebration and ribbon cutting for its newest branch in Yelm on Wednesday, October 23, 5-7 pm. The celebration will be held at the Yelm Branch located at 105 W. Yelm Ave in Yelm, WA. An official ribbon cutting and reception will follow…
Read MoreBGCTC Names Andrew Chase New Yelm Branch Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County (BGCTC) announced Andrew Chase as the Yelm Branch Director for its newest Club opening September 5. Chase’s selection follows Yelm community partners and supporters advocacy for support and space to house the new Yelm Branch. Chase grew up in Yelm and most recently served as the Olympia Branch…
Read MoreKeeping Youth Safe is a Club Priority
At Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County, there is no greater priority than the safety of our youth members. We work every day to create a safe, fun environment, so kids can have every opportunity to be successful in life. We do not tolerate inappropriate behavior of any kind, including child sexual abuse or…
Read MoreBGCTC Staff Mourns the Loss of Former Tumwater Branch Director, Dan Shelfer
Boys & Girls Club of Thurston County is mourning the death of former Tumwater Clubs Director, Daniel Shelfer who died after a short illness at the age of 34. Dan served as Tumwater Branch Director from 2013 to 2018 before accepting a position with the WA State Department of Youth and Family Services. Prior to working for BGCTC, Dan was the Club Director for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend (OR) where he attended as a youth and was named its Youth of…
Read MoreClub Summer Camps Keep Youth Active and Healthy
Summer Camp programming at the Boys & Girls Clubs allows youth to engage in activities that foster healthy lifestyles. Youth find healthy living and active learning incorporated into every part of the Club Experience. The Healthy Habits program emphasizes good nutrition, regular physical activity and improving overall well-being. Children and teens spent spring and summer…
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