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Results: 46 Article(s) Found.
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Woman's Board Summer Ball Raises $1.1 Million for BGCC
Jun 13, 2013 05:19 PM
The Woman’s Board of Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago’s 64th Annual Summer Ball raised $1.1 million to support Club programs during its annual gala held May 31 at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel.
 
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Westside Teen Named Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago 2013 Youth of the Year
Mar 15, 2013 11:04 AM
Meet BGCC's 2013 Youth of the Year Evelyn Williams.
 
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Morgan Park Boys & Girls Club Open and Hopping; Doors Open at 4 New School-Based Locations
Feb 14, 2013 09:18 AM
Morgan Park Boys & Girls Club opened last fall at 1425 W. 112th Street. Four additional school-based Boys & Girls Clubs open.
 
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Congratulations, Ron!
Feb 14, 2013 07:02 AM
The Corporate Board of BGCC honored new BGCA Chairman Ronald J. Gidwitz at the 2012 Leadership Dinner on November 28. More than 400 guests packed the ballroom at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago to toast Gidwitz’s 40 years of service as a BGCA board member and his election to the chairman position.
 
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Redbox -- Walking the Talk
Jan 23, 2013 10:40 AM
Redbox hosts a holiday party for Club members as part of its Adopt-a-Club partnership with BGCC.
 
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We Remember Jimmie Alford
Dec 20, 2012 09:34 PM
A look back at the legacy of Jimmie R. Alford (1943-2012).
 
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Sam's Club Lends a Helping Hand
Oct 30, 2012 04:47 PM
More than 400 volunteers from area Sam’s Clubs visited eight Boys & Girls Clubs this summer, making this the highest-impact volunteer event in recent memory. In total, more than 1,300 summer camp Club members participated in a variety of carnival games and fun activities.
 
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Guild Board Lawn Ball Raises More Than $270,000
Jul 28, 2012 01:23 AM
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago's Guild Board raises funds to support BGCC at its 8th annual Lawn Ball, a Chicago summer tradition.
 
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110 Years and Still Counting
Jul 23, 2012 03:59 AM
Celebrating 100 years of serving Chicago's young people.
 
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Aqua Ball Makes A Splash!
Jun 19, 2012 05:28 PM
Woman’s Board Summer Gala raises more than $1 million.
 
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Celebrating Moms and Dads with Huron Consulting Group
Jun 13, 2012 06:32 AM
Huron Consulting Group employees spent the day working with Club members to create Mother’s Day and Father’s Day cards and gifts.
 
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Kids Shine at Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago this Summer
Jun 13, 2012 06:04 AM
Listing of Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago's summer camp and hours.
 
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46 Years of Saving Lives
Jun 13, 2012 05:53 AM
Honoring Logan Square Club Director John Stephan.
 
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Issue Spotlight: Combatting Obesity
Jun 13, 2012 05:13 AM
Combatting Obesity is one of BGCC's three mission goals for 2012.
 
Nora Martinez, 17, Selected 2012 Youth of the Year
Mar 13, 2012 09:45 PM
Learn more about BGCC Youth of the Year Nora Martinez.
 
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Elevating Growth & Opportunity Career Retreat
Feb 29, 2012 11:33 AM
The Workforce Investment Act’s -Youth Employment Services program of Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago recently hosted its annual Youth Leadership Retreat.
 
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Youth of the Year Reflections
Feb 29, 2012 07:11 AM
BGCC President and CEO looks back at previous Youth of the Year winners and reflects upon the importance of this annual event that celebrates Club members' accomplishments.
 
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Jim Clark Named President & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Jan 02, 2012 05:28 AM
James (Jim) Clark joined Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) as President and CEO to lead the largest network of facility-based youth development organizations in the world,
 
Spirit of Sharing, Spirit of Caring
Dec 20, 2011 08:22 PM
During this holiday season, Boys & Girls Clubs have been hubs for giving thanks, sharing both tangible and intangible gifts and offering assistance and help to those in need.
 
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A Spotlight on 2011
Dec 20, 2011 03:35 PM
A look back at 2011 with hope for an even brighter 2012.
 
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Fit Bodies, Fit Minds, Fit Kids
Nov 21, 2011 04:12 AM
A commentary by President & CEO James G. Keane about alarming trends in childhood obesity and how Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago is responding to the call to action by providing kids with nutritious foods and increased physical activity.
 
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Associate Board Black and White Ball Raises $75,000
Nov 17, 2011 01:09 PM
The Associate Board of Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago raised $75,000 at its annual Black & White Ball to support the after-school programs of 16 area Boys & Girls Clubs that serve 10,000 young people.
 
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Toys Needed for Holiday Gift Drive
Nov 11, 2011 03:38 AM
Donate new and unwrapped gifts to youth ages 6 to 18 to our annual toy drive by December 12. For many of our youth, this will be the only holiday gift they will receive.
 
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Announces Mayor Rahm Emanuel as Honorary Chairman of the Corporate Board
Nov 02, 2011 04:45 AM
Mayor Rahm Emanuel Named Honorary Chairman of the Corporate Board
 
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Tribute to Peer Pedersen Raises More than $500,000
Nov 01, 2011 04:54 PM
More than 450 guests filled the Four Seasons Hotel on October 5 to honor their friend, colleague and mentor Peer Pedersen, one of Chicago's most accomplished business leaders and philanthropists.
 
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The After-School After-Thought
Sep 19, 2011 04:00 AM
What happens after the school day ends? More than 15 million school-age children throughout our nation are on their own after school. After-school programs are vital to improving young people’s academic performance and self-confidence while reducing behavioral problems, truancy, obesity and involvement in crime and substance abuse.
 
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Sweating Bullets, Offering Hope
Jul 18, 2011 12:57 PM
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago President & CEO James G. Keane offers thoughts about the threat of violence to our city's youth and what parents and our community can do to provide a safer alternative.
 
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Craig C. Martin Named Corporate Board Chairman
Jul 13, 2011 03:10 PM
Craig C. Martin, a partner at Jenner & Block LLP, has been named chairman of Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago’s Corporate Board of Directors. Nine new Directors also named.
 
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Safe Summer for ALL Kids
Jun 27, 2011 04:00 AM
Keep kids safe and engaged this summer. Check out the expanded summer hours and day camps offered at a Boys & Girls Club near you!
 
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Woman's Board Ball Raises $1.38 Million for BGCC
Jun 03, 2011 05:04 PM
Woman’s Board of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago hosts 62nd Annual Summer Ball: The Sky’s the Limit! More than $1.38 million raised to support after-school programs for Chicago’s youth.
 
Cubs Go to Bat for Boys & Girls Clubs
May 17, 2011 04:00 AM
Chicago Cubs Charities will donate $2 from each ticket sold to the Cubs game on August 9 to Boys and Girls Club of Chicago.
 
Coca-Cola and Wendell Green Club Collaborate to Clean-Up
May 12, 2011 04:00 AM
Volunteers from Coca-Cola Alsip and the Wendell Green Boys & Girls Club clean-up Oakdale Park.
 
Comcast Cares Day
May 05, 2011 04:00 AM
Comcast Cares Day 2011
 
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Roseland Pullman Teen Chosen 2011 Junior Youth of the Year
Apr 08, 2011 06:25 PM
7th grader Keith Ferguson chosen as the 2011 Junior Youth of the Year for Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago​
 
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Yolandis McCaskill Chosen BGCC 2011 Youth of the Year
Mar 09, 2011 05:57 PM
Relentless determination in the face of personal tragedy and societal obstacles makes her a winner among 3,500 teens in citywide competition.
 
Scott Lorenz Appointed Vice President of External Affairs
Mar 08, 2011 06:31 PM
Former Chicago Cares veteran brings results-driven approach to one of city’s largest youth organizations​
 
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Blackhawk Marion Hossa Surprises Floor Hockey Players
Feb 23, 2011 01:26 AM
Blackhawk player Marion Hossa visits with Club members participating in a floor hockey league sponsored by Hossa, Chicago Blackhawks and Coca-Cola.
 
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BGCC Women's Board Surprises Valentine Club Dancers
Jan 20, 2011 09:03 PM
Thirty Valentine Club members were honored by BGCC's Women's Board with a unique opportunitiy.
 
McCormick Boys & Girls Club: A Refuge in Uptown
Jan 08, 2011 05:40 AM
Article by Andrew Marciniak published in ChicagoTalks.org about the Robert R. McCormick Boys & Girls Club in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood.
 
Support BGCC at Chicago Auto Show’s First Look for Charity – Feb. 10, 2011
Dec 06, 2010 08:10 PM
Get a sneak peek at the auto manufacturers' latest car models while supporting Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago at the 2011 First Look for Charity, presented by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association, 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Thursday, February 10, at McCormick Place, 2301 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago.
 
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Associate Board Ball Raises $100,000 for Clubs
Nov 30, 2010 11:52 PM
The Associate Board of Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago raised more than $100,000 at its seventeenth annual Black & White Ball November 6, at the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago. Nearly 500 guests came to support Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago.
 
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Woman’s Board and Joffrey Ballet Give Kids a Leg Up
Nov 08, 2010 11:52 PM
Woman's Board and Joffrey Ballet give Club kids a private tour and rehearsal.
 
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Share the Spirit – Holiday Toy Drive
Nov 01, 2010 10:49 PM
Looking for a way to share the holiday spirit and put a smile on the faces of young people? The Holiday Toy Drive is a great way for individuals, companies, social groups, church groups and others to donate NEW UNWRAPPED gifts for boys and girls, age 6 to 18. As a general guideline, we ask that items have a minimum value of $10. All items must be delivered by December 10.
 
Coca-Cola Partners with BGCC to Raise Money for CLUBS
Nov 01, 2010 10:46 PM
Coca-Cola has generously committed to helping Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago raise $350,000 through text and social media fundraising from November 2010 through December 31, 2011. The partnership will include publicity to support a text-giving campaign in which donors pledge to support Boys & Girls Clubs by texting “CLUBS” to 50555 to make a $10 donation to BGCC.
 
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$92,000 Raised at Leadership Dinner Honoring Comcast
Oct 14, 2010 10:52 PM
Comcast was honored at the 2nd Annual Chicago Leadership Dinner hosted by the Corporate Board of Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago (BGCC). The company was recognized for its tremendous support for BGCC’s most in-need Clubs within the past year. In addition, Comcast recently announced it will support three additional sites within a three-year $150,000 grant. The dinner, which took place October 13 at the Peninsula Hotel, was attended by more than 160 guests and raised $92,000 for BGCC.
 
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Derrick Rose & Powerade Score for BGCC
Sep 27, 2010 10:52 PM
Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose recently hosted a Meet & Greet benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago (BGCC). The event, sponsored by Powerade, was hosted at the Adidas Store in Water Tower Place, Chicago and drew 120 guests who participated in a Q&A with Rose, played games and socialized.
 
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