Boys and Girls Clubs Launch School Supply Drive

News from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Sonoma County:

In preparation for the upcoming school year, Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Sonoma County has launched its annual Great Boys & Girls Clubs School Supply Challenge. During the month of August, Sonoma County businesses, community groups, and individuals have the opportunity to collect supplies for Club members to use for homework and school projects throughout the year.

Boys & Girls Clubs work with 3,000 young people in Sonoma County every day to help them to achieve academic success, practice healthy lifestyles, and develop good character.

Nearly 6,000 total members are served every year at 33 Clubs from Cloverdale to Rohnert Park. Club programs are carefully designed to develop self-confidence, life skills, and academic success. Last year 99.8% of Club members progressed to the next grade level! However, 81% of Club members come from low-income homes and many don’t have access to basic school supplies and tools necessary to be productive and successful. The organization is asking for assistance in collecting supplies and funds to help the children in the community who need it most.

To participate or to make a cash donation, go to bgccsc.org/backtoschool.

Website visitors will find a list of requested supplies, a link to an Amazon wish list, a link for cash donations, and instructions and contact information for requesting a collection bin or donation pickup/drop-off.

Additional opportunities to support Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Sonoma County

Ø 20th Annual Be GREAT Golf Fundraiser: tee it up for the kids on September 10th at Windsor Golf Course with an 18-hole scramble, lunch, prizes, dinner, live auction and much more

Ø Pinot on the River: a celebration of Pinot Noir on October 25th with over 100 wineries plus guest artisan food vendors all on the downtown Healdsburg Plaza Square

Ø Donate: whether it be program supplies, school supplies, healthy snacks or training for Youth Development Professionals, your donation will be used where it will have the most impact

For more information on these opportunities, please visit bgccsc.org and facebook.com/bgccsc.

About Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Sonoma County

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Sonoma County serves youth throughout Cloverdale, Geyserville, Healdsburg, Windsor, Santa Rosa and Rohnert Park. The Clubs provide a safe place, caring adult mentors, and high-impact youth development programs on a daily basis during critical non-school hours. The organization seeks to enable all young people, especially those who need it most, to reach their potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.