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Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest to Host "Great Futures Night"

Join BGCMW in celebrating the 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees and Youth of the Year Awardees

MARLBOROUGH, MA – The Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest is proud to announce the second annual Great Futures Night, presented by Main Street Bank. This inspiring community event will take place on Thursday, June 4th, at the Courtyard by Marriott in Marlborough.

Great Futures Night is a reimagining of the organization's long-standing Hall of Fame Breakfast, transitioned into an evening format to showcase the powerful stories and firsthand accounts of how BGCMW programs are shaping young lives. Attendees will experience the vital role these programs play in empowering local youth, fostering potential, and building a stronger future for the entire MetroWest region.

A central highlight of the evening is the presentation of the organization's highest honors. This year, the Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest is deeply moved to recognize Jim Patterson with the Ron Young Memorial Award for a long-standing and unwavering commitment to the Clubs. Additionally, the organization will proudly induct two exceptional individuals into the Hall of Fame: Tony Mellace and Cathy Mogavero, whose dedication has made an immeasurable difference to the Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest.

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The true stars of the evening will be the young members themselves. The event will celebrate the 2026 Youth of the Year recipients: Izadora De Jesus (Hudson Club), Jacoby Rowe (Marlborough Club), and Bruna Ferriera (Framingham Club). Their leadership and achievements are a testament to the transformative power of the Club experience.

The night will also feature the announcement of the Staff and Members of the Year. Members of the community are invited to join this celebration of impact and contribute to the ongoing success of local youth.

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To purchase tickets or make a donation to support local youth, please visit www.bgcmetrowest.org/hall-of-fame.

About Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest: The Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest has enabled community youth most in need to achieve great futures as productive, caring, responsible citizens. The Clubs serve more than 3,200 youth each year across its’ three Clubhouses in Hudson, Marlborough, and Framingham. The Club maintains a low membership fee of $25 per year, per child because of the generous support provided by local companies, foundations, and individuals. To learn more about or donate to the Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest, please visit www.bgcmetrowest.org.

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