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Julisa Zamora
Julisa is a twelve year old who attends Culver City Middle School. She loves coming to the Boys and Girls Club after school because it allows her to spend time with her friends. "The best part is after your done with your homework, you can do what you want. I like to play games and use the sewing room."
Angelice Echirivel, Anika Yeager, Karla Bock, Amaya Joe, Eliana Yeager
These young ladies all attend Cover d'Alene Elementary School together. They are between the ages of 7 and 9. The one reason they like coming to the Boys and Girls club is becuse they can hang out with their friends.
"We like to play pool, go on the computers, watch t.v., use the sewing room and the art room." |
Leadership Party & Laptop Giveaway
Friday June 4, 2010 @ 4 PM
Boys and Girls Club Venice
ATTENTION: All members in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade who entered in the Tomorrow's Leaders Project 2010 contest, come and celebrate your accomplishments.
Club Tech Team Challenge Winners
Brandon Jamar and Milana Burdette
Both winners won Microsoft netbooks for completing the Team Tech Challenge! Awards presented by Celeste Alleyne of Microsoft and Evelyn Morgan, Boys and Girls Club of Venice board member. |
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The Boys and Girls Club of Venice takes pride in developing young leaders. The Torch Club is a small-group leadership development program for young adults ages 11 to 13. Members elect officers and plan and implement their own activities and community service projects.
The Boys and Girls Club of Venice not only serves young kids but also focuses their attention helping teens, ages 13 to 18. At this age teens require a different strategic approach to recruitment, retention, marketing, staff interaction, space utilization and programming. The Teen Initiative offers grant funding, training, program resources, and technical assistance to Club staff and board in order for them to better serve the teens in the community.
Our Leaders of Tomorrow |
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Meet the staff who make it all happen...
Michelle Shegda
Education Director
Michelle, originally from the East Coast, graduated from Lasalle University with a Marketing Degree and from Temple University where she earned her Masters in Sports and Recreation Administration. She is the Education Director where she mentors middle school and high school youth. She provides homework assistance as well as college guidance. She decided to work at the Boys and Girls Club of Venice because she felt it gave her the opportunity to use all the skills she has gained over the years.
Carly Petersen
Carly is the Athletic Director at the Boys and Girls Club Venice. She graduated from California State University, Northridge and recieved her Bacherlors in Recreation and Leisure. She then continued her education at the University of San Fransisco where she received her Masters in Sports and Business. Being the Athletic Director, she coordinates youth leagues and is in charge of the Sports, Fitness and Recreation Program. She also helps out where ever she is needed. The one thing she loves about being at the Boys and Girls Club of Venice is being able to work with such amazing children, teens and staff.
David is the Tech Lab Coordinator and oversees all of our Club Tech Programs. He graduated from the School of Arts of California Los Angeles. He works with kids ranging from 5 -18 year olds and teaches them photography, web design, internet safety, and educational games. For David, the best part about working with kids is it keeps him youthful!
Eduardo "Lalo" Marquez
Art Director
Lalo graduated from Cerritos Community College. When working with the older kids, he tries to implement more structure by focusing more on fundamentals and the basic shapes and shades. He works with them on major projects throughout the year that they submit for national competitions and contests. With the younger kids, Lalo begins with basic fundamentals hoping that these skills will help in the future. He loves to watch these kids grow. |
Wednesday, June 30
We want to thank YOU and our loyal donors for your support of the Boys & Girls Club of Venice mission. We are grateful for your commitment and hope you will join us for an evening of fun! For more information or to RSVP, contact Aileen Martinez @
(310) 574-5053.
Friday, October 8
Our Fifth Annual Champion of Youth Gala will be held on Friday, October 8, 2010 at The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey. We're proud to announce our 2010 honorees:
Champion of Youth Award: Ben Howland, UCLA Men's Basketball Head Coach
Corporate Leadership Award: JoAnne & Jaime Hepp, Team TAG
This is an event you don't want to miss!!! CHECK IT OUT!
WANT TO DONATE A SILENT AUCTION ITEM? CLICK HERE for more information and to download the contribution form.
For more information or for sponsorship opportunities, contact Aileen Martinez at (310) 574-5053 or email: aileen@bgcv.org. |
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IT JUST TAKES ONE!
ANNUAL GIVING CAMPAIGN
$151,278.00
(*as of 6/4/10)
How Will Your Donation Make a Difference?
Your gift will help us provide life-changing programs and guidance to over 4,100 youth in our community. By supporting the Boys & Girls Club of Venice, you will help strengthen our ability to serve the children that need us most.
Boys & Girls Club alumni say it best: "The Club saved my life."
MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
The Boys & Girls Club of Venice is committed to helping youth of all backgrounds. Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring responsible citizens. |
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