New site expands services to Clayton County kids and families
RIVERDALE, GA [March 1, 2021] – Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta is excited to announce the opening of the Flint River Community Center Boys & Girls Club. Serving up to 75 members each day, the new Club marks an expansion of services to kids and families in Clayton Clayton.
The Flint River site joins more than 20 Boys & Girls Club locations, providing critical programming to kids aged 6-18 each day. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Flint River Club is currently operating as a distant learning site. Focused on helping kids and teens reach their full potential, the Club offers members a safe space, supportive relationships, and engaging programs. Housed within the Flint River Community Center (153 Flint River Road in Riverdale, Ga.), the Club features 5,000 square feet of dedicated space, along with several shared amenities. Dedicated and shared amenities include:
- Learning Center
- Gymnasium
- Teaching Kitchen
- Fitness Rooms
- Billiard Room
- Black Box Theater
- Outdoor Splash Pad
- Outdoor Sports Field and Court
“We are so thankful to Clayton County District 3 Commissioner Felicia Franklin and all of the partners who came together to make this happen,” said David Jernigan, president & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta. “As kids and teens face unprecedented challenges, we look forward to stepping up, alongside parents, to support them in their journey and help them realize and reach their full potential. We are beyond excited to get to know the kids, families, and community in Clayton.”
Commissioner Franklin also expressed her appreciation for the outpouring of community support.
“This has been a labor of love and one that I am proud to see through for the youth and families of
the Clayton County community,” she said. “Over the past three years, our team has worked with various representatives throughout Clayton County and metro Atlanta – all of whom have been helpful in providing valuable tools and insight on how to navigate the intricacies of moving forward with placing a Boys & Girls Club in the new Flint River Community Center. It is because of their generosity we have accomplished our goal for youth programming that will serve as a catalyst for great things to come.”
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta is grateful to have the continued support of leading individuals, government partners, and organizations that made this project possible.
Special thanks to:
- Clayton County Board of Commissioners
- Felicia Franklin, Clayton County Commissioner
- Charles Reed, Jr., Clayton County Chief Staff Attorney
- Detrick Stanford, Clayton County Chief Operating Officer
- Flint River Community Center Steering Committee
- Clayton County Public Schools
- Cynthia E. Jenkins, Newnan Councilwoman
- Comcast Tech Center
To learn more about the Flint River Community Center – Boys & Girls Club, including youth registration and additional information, visit www.claytoncountyga.gov. To find out how you can support Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta, visit www.bgcma.org.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta ignites the unlimited potential of kids and teens by creating safe, inclusive, and engaging environments. Through 20+ Clubs in 11 metro counties, our trained and professional staff traditionally serve nearly 2,800 youth daily. We are focused on supporting kids and teens living in Metro Atlanta communities with high need. Programs center on helping kids succeed in school, get college and career ready, live healthy, and lead in their communities. Although it costs thousands of dollars each year to serve each child, we only ask families to pay between $60 – $135 per child per semester. As we look ahead, our vision is one of hope and opportunity – a future full of young leaders who are strengthening their communities and the world. To get involved in shaping the lives of kids and teens, visit www.bgcma.org.