Women and girls from around the community gathered on Saturday, March 23, for Boys & Girls Clubs 2nd Annual W/E Women & Girls Conference. We honored Women's History Month with over 65 female Club members, volunteers, partners and parents. Women and girls a like celebrated the theme "With confidence you can do anything" and paid homage to the pop-culture...
Princeton eBikes is about one thing: our community. They have the largest selection of ebikes found in New Jersey, and all of the profits are donated to the Boys & Girls Clubs. Over 13 years ago Russ White started The Boys & Girls Clubs Bike Exchange , a used bike shop operated by volunteers. Princeton eBikes has followed a similar business...
This past year we launched the opening of (2) new after-school sites in Trenton at the MLK and PJ Hill Schools. This brought the total number of program sites to (12) with 3 in Ewing Schools, 7 in Trenton Schools, along with our Trenton and Lawrence Community Centers. This September also saw the Trenton Schools re-districting their grades and school assignments. They moved from a...
Posted 03/31/2023 by Boys & Girls Clubs of America in Parent Resources Happy Pride Month! Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer+ (LGBTQ) Pride Month spotlights LGBTQ culture, rights and identity – looking to the struggles and achievements of the past while working toward a more inclusive future. During June each year, there are lots...
Over the course of the 2022- 2023 school year, Into the Net Soccer ran weekly soccer skills workshops through BGC Mercer Super Saturday Program at Centre Street. High school age coaches volunteered their time to teach Club Kids soccer skills, responsibility, teamwork and more. To read the full article on CentralJersey.com CLICK HERE
Just because kids don’t bear the same responsibilities as adults, that doesn’t mean that they don’t feel scared or anxious during stressful times. Boys & Girls Clubs focus on building social emotional aptitude and promotes their overall positive mental health. These tips can help both you and your child get through times of crisis or just everyday life: 1. Talk Openly About...
About The BGC Community Council Launched in January 2023, the BGC Mercer Community Council is made up of local business owners, and operators and members of the community who have committed to supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County. These members will assist the Club by fundraising, volunteering, and networking within Ewing, Lawrence, Trenton and...
It’s official - Our Keystone Club received its charter from BGCA and is reactivated! The Keystone Club is a National BGC program that provides leadership development opportunities for high schoolers. Throughout the year, youth participate in activities focusing on academic success, career preparation, and community service. But what makes this program so special is it’s entirely run...
For many teens in High School, the thought of life after graduation, enrolling in college, choosing a career, or finding work can be stressful. Where can I find a job? What school do I want to go to? What do I want to be? How can I get a job like that? Recently, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Mercer County has launched a career speaker series to help teens navigate these questions and...
Over the past few months, Club parents, teachers, volunteers and staff have helped to motivate our club artists and the result is amazing! On Thursday, January 26, 2023 BGC Mercer showcased over 500 pieces of original art in a variety of mediums. The event was attended by nearly 150 Club kids, families, staff, volunteers and supporters. Winning pieces will be determined in...
