By: Nicolette Schleisman, WKRG More and more teens are charged with shootings and other crimes in Mobile. The Boys and Girls Club is trying to combat the trend. Kids at the Boys and Girls club on Cody Road are making music. It’s all a way to encourage them to pursue performing arts or another passion…
Read MorePhoto by Devin Ford Inger Anderson, the Branch Director for the Semmes Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama, was recognized by Focus WC as being one of their 2021 40 over 40. She is one of forty amazing women over forty who have made a mark professionally and impacted their community.…
Read MoreBoys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama mourns Bernard Malkove: Visionary, Philanthropist and Advocate It is with great sadness to learn of the passing of Bernard Malkove, visionary, philanthropist, and advocate in our community. He was a real estate developer and served leadership roles in Mobile Lions Club, Real Estate Association, Rotary Club, Boys &…
Read MoreBoys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama (BGCSA) announced the election of five new board members. They members listed below will serve a three-year term: Bruce Coldsmith is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial and works with clients on retirement planning, tax planning, and investments. He holds certifications in financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement…
Read MoreBoys & Girls Club of South Alabama honors employees, volunteers, and community activists its annual Board Installation Ceremony and Luncheon Awards for employees, volunteers, community activists, and supporters of Boys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama. Boys & Girls Club of South Alabama honored employees, volunteers, community activists, and supporters for their immeasurable contributions at…
Read MoreThe Mobile Optimist Club will not be hosting its Christmas tree lot at the corner of Virginia and Ann Streets this year. The Mobile Optimists Club Christmas tree lot has been around for Mobile families for more than 60 years, where they sell anywhere from 800 to 1,000 trees. “Maybe five or six generations…
Read MoreBoys & Girls Club of South Alabama (BGCSA) mourns the loss of General Colin Powell. “He was a visionary and advocated for the Boys & Girls Club states Tim Wills, BGCSA CEO. “Powell understood young people need support and encouragement to build bright futures by providing quality programs in a safe and nurturing environment.” Programs…
Read MoreOn October 1st, Boys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama celebrated our 30th Annual Mayors’ Cup Golf Tournament presented by Lexus of Mobile. The tournament took place at Magnolia Grove, which features creeks, marshland and lakes, with each of the 54 holes carved through indigenous hardwood and pine. 174 golfers enjoyed perfect weather, with the…
Read MoreSherri Mims is our new Safety and Facilities Director. She is responsible for ensuring Child Safety within the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama and sustaining Facility Safety. She practices and utilizes a variety of safety procedures that are critical in protecting our youth and staff. Sherri meets with Branch Directors about potential problems…
Read MoreBGCA’s Susan Ciavolino is back to share how one Club is making an impact on literacy in their community, and one little initiative to consider. “Take a look, it’s in a book…a reading rainbow!” Makes me smile to think of all the Reading Rainbow shows my family watched. Reading books together inspired so many adventures…
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