Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis is now accepting applications for the St. Louis Internship Program (SLIP), connecting high school students across the St. Louis bi-state region with paid internship opportunities, career preparation and real-world professional experience. SLIP provides life and career services designed to develop a pipeline of talented, diverse young professionals. Through the program, students gain valuable workplace experience while developing the skills,...

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis is taking its mission to the microphone today with the launch of “Success SZN,” a new podcast featuring candid conversations about success, sacrifice and the experiences that shape great futures. Hosted by BGCSTL President and CEO Brandon Williams and Vice President of Marketing and Communications Deneen Busby, “Success SZN” goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the journeys behind success. Guests share personal stories about finding their voice,...

The road to becoming the next Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis Youth of the Year is officially underway, culminating on one unforgettable night when BGCSTL’s young leaders take center stage at the 2026 Great Futures Gala. The Great Futures Gala will be held Thursday, Nov. 19, at 6 p.m. at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. This year’s theme, “Every Great Future Deserves a Standing Ovation,” will celebrate the determination, leadership and potential of Club kids and teens while raising...

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) members got an up-close look at the world of NASCAR on Sunday, Sept. 13, during a special experience at World Wide Technology Raceway. Club members stepped onto the track, met and took photos with race car drivers, and heard from engineers about the technology, teamwork and expertise that help make the cars go. For the young people, the experience offered more than an exciting day at the racetrack. It provided a firsthand look at the wide...

A special thank you to the Jayson Tatum Foundation for its generous support of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis. This donation helps provide critical transportation for our Club members, including daily transportation from school to the Club and field trips that expose young people to new experiences and opportunities. When you help remove barriers like transportation, you open the door to even more possibilities for young people. Thank you, Jayson Tatum Foundation, for helping our...

Calling all coaches ready to make a difference and change lives!  Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis, serving Mathews-Dickey, is seeking dedicated, caring and enthusiastic volunteer coaches for its Little League sports program. Coaches are needed for football, basketball, baseball, softball and soccer. Coaching at Mathews-Dickey is about more than winning games. Coaches serve as mentors and role models who use sports to help young people build confidence, learn teamwork and...

Danielle is proving that big dreams can lead to extraordinary careers. After earning a bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering from the Florida Institute of Technology in 2025, Danielle joined Amentum as an Environmental Control Systems Operations Engineer, supporting NASA's Artemis missions at the Kennedy Space Center. She also serves as communications chair for the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics' Cape Canaveral Section. Kain continues to give back by leading STEM...

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL), in partnership with Chase, will host a Back-to-School Fair to help youth prepare for a successful school year.  Children will receive free backpacks while supplies last, and families can connect with community organizations offering valuable resources and services. Thanks to Passback, youth will also have the opportunity to receive donated sports equipment to encourage healthy, active lifestyles.  More vendors will be onsite. Families can...

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) is seeking a dynamic and strategic Vice President of Development to join our executive leadership team. Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, this key leadership role will oversee a comprehensive fundraising program designed to expand philanthropic support, strengthen donor relationships and advance the organization's mission of helping young people realize their full potential. What You'll Do As Vice President of Development, you will:...

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) proudly welcomes seven new inspiring and empowering leaders in the community to the Board of Directors.  Club youth to succeed and champion opportunities to prepare them for the future. BGCSTL President & CEO Brandon Williams says, “We are excited to welcome seven new board members who bring their expertise, passion, and experience to help us get our youth future-ready.” Boys & Girls Clubs play a significant role in the lives of more...

Registration is now open for Philadelphia Eagles and former Mathews-Dickey Club Alum, Darius Cooper’s FREE football camp.  Young football enthusiasts will have the opportunity to learn from elite athletes while building skills, confidence, and teamwork during The Coopers Gridiron Giveback Football Camp on Friday, July 11, at the Mathews-Dickey Club of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis. The free camp, open to youth ages 7-13, will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at Boys & Girls...

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis proudly welcomes DeMaurice F. Smith to the annual Jim Butler Memorial Golf Classic on Monday, June 22, at Norwood Hills Country Club. Smith served as Executive Director of the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) for 14 years, leading players through the historic 2011 lockout and several high-profile labor negotiations. A former federal prosecutor and published author, he currently serves as a visiting professor of law at Pepperdine...