Meet Fatoumata “Fatima”: Youth of the Year for Joseph B. Whitehead Boys & Girls Club
Fatima is a 16-year-old junior, Keystone vice president, Teen Ambassador, and Youth of the Year. The Club helped her overcome shyness and become a mentor.…
Meet Willie: Youth of the Year for John H. Harland Boys & Girls Club
Willie is a 17-year-old senior who grew at Harland through leadership and hosting Club events. He’s explored colleges aligned with his major and serves at…
Meet Darreona: Youth of the Year for Jesse Draper Boys & Girls Club
Darreona is a 17-year-old senior who learned teamwork, life skills, and confidence at her Club. She volunteers at the front desk and helps younger kids…
Meet Louise: Youth of the Year for Flint River Community Center Boys & Girls Club
Louise is a 17-year-old senior who grew her confidence after time in foster care. A Youth of the Year honoree, she helps with homework and…
Meet Lyra: Youth of the Year for Camp Kiwanis
Lyra is a 15-year-old sophomore active at Camp Kiwanis and Barksdale. She overcame bullying and anxiety, became an F.I.T., and now mentors younger youth. She…
Meet Zoe: Youth of the Year for A.R. “Gus” Barksdale Boys & Girls Club
Zoe is a 15-year-old sophomore who grew into a confident speaker and artist through Barksdale’s programs. She tutors, staffs the front desk, and creates posters…
Meet Naisha: Youth of the Year for A. Worley Brown Boys & Girls Club
Naisha is a 17-year-old senior who found a safe space to be herself at the Club. She volunteers across theater builds, childcare, and camps and…
Meet Serigne: Youth of the Year for A. W. “Tony” Matthews Boys & Girls Club
Serigne is a 17-year-old senior who found leadership through Keystone and CS Club. He advocated with government leaders to protect Club funding and volunteers with…
Meet Jaylynn: Youth of the Year for At-Promise West Boys & Girls Club
Jaylynn is a 15-year-old sophomore at At-Promise West and KIPP Soul. The Club’s diverse environment helped him open up and make A–B Honor Roll. He’s…
Meet Ja’Nyshua: Youth of the Year for At-Promise SouthWest Boys & Girls Club
Adiya is a 17-year-old senior who found confidence through Club programs like Money Matters and SAT prep. She volunteers with Atlanta’s homeless community and leads…
Meet Daejah: Youth of the Year for At-Promise South Boys & Girls Club
Meet Daejah: Youth of the Year for At-Promise South Boys & Girls Club
Meet Adiya: Youth of the Year for East DeKalb Boys & Girls Club
Adiya is a 17-year-old senior who found confidence through Club programs like Money Matters and SAT prep. She volunteers with Atlanta’s homeless community and leads…
A Home Run for Rockdale County! Barksdale Club Baseball Field Gets a Major League Makeover
In a powerful display of community collaboration, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta (BGCMA), the Atlanta Braves, and Major League Baseball (MLB) have teamed…
Welcome, New Trustees!
We are thrilled to announce two new trustees for Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta: Liz Blake, Co-Founder of the Liz Blake Giving Fund,…
BGCMA Welcomes 6 Powerhouse Leaders to Board
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta (BGCMA) is pleased to announce the Class of 2025 Board of Directors. Board members play a critical role…
BGCMA Encouraged by Slated Release of Critical Federal Afterschool Funding
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta (BGCMA) is encouraged by the U.S. Department of Education’s announcement that it will release $1.3 billion in 21st…
