Great Future Moments

Everyday youth at our Clubs demonstrate positive service and leadership at school, home, church and community. We celebrate them and the staff at our Clubs for the impact they make in the lives of these children. Read their stories below.

BGC Mathews-Dickey Club Hosts High School Hoops Tournament

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis’ Mathews-Dickey Club will host the second annual High School Hoops Tournament on Saturday, Feb. 14, at Normandy High School’s Viking Hall, bringing together student-athletes, coaches and families for a day focused on teamwork, leadership and community engagement. The tournament highlights the importance of athletics as a tool for youth development while providing a positive, high-energy environment for local high school players to showcase their...

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HOMETOWN HERO GIVES BACK

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) is proud to announce a $25,000 donation from St. Louis native Kyren Williams, Pro Bowl running back and captain for the Los Angeles Rams. For the second consecutive year, Williams was selected as the Rams club winner for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.  The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award is the league’s most prestigious honor, recognizing players who excel on the field and demonstrate a commitment to making a positive...

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Raising Cane’s Surprises Club Kids With New Bikes, Helmets & Celebrity Guests Nelly & Ashanti!

Smiles, cheers, and holiday excitement filled the gym at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) Mathews-Dickey Club as youth and families gathered for an unforgettable Christmas surprise, thanks to Raising Cane’s. For the second year in a row, Raising Cane’s donated 100 brand-new red bicycles and helmets, giving Club members the gift of fun, freedom, and safe outdoor play—just in time for the holidays.  The excitement reached another level when award-winning artist Nelly and...

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BGCSTL Member Wins a Trip to the Super Bowl

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis Bethalto Club member Jaelyn B., is headed to Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, CA on Feb. 8, 2026 as the winner of the NFL Inspire Change Badge Challenge! Jaelyn was stunned in a big surprise virtual announcement on Wed, Nov 19, 4:30–5:30 PM CT at the Bethalto Club.  Local media captured this once-in-a-lifetime moment and the winner - Jaelyn was interviewed as well as Bethalto Illinois Executive Director of Operations Kathleen Wilson.  Jaelyn learned she...

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BGCSTL and 96.3 R&B for the Lou Launch Toy & Tech Drive to Brighten the Holidays for Club Youth

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL), in partnership with 96.3 R&B and Hot 98.7, is calling on the community to help make this Christmas unforgettable for hundreds of Club youth. Together, we’re launching an exciting Toy & Tech Drive, and we need your support to fill wish lists and deliver joy this holiday season. This year’s drive makes giving easier than ever. Supporters can simply click the link below to purchase items directly from the curated wish list. Gifts will...

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Panda Cares Day Delivers Big Smiles at BGC Adams Park Club

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL celebrated "Panda Cares Day" at BGC Adams Park Club (APC), located at 4317 Vista Ave., St. Louis, Mo., on August 28, 2025.Panda Cares serves as the foundational nonprofit arm of Panda Express. In 2023, BGCSTL marked the opening of the beautifully renovated Center of Hope culinary and arts space. On Panda Cares Day, APC Club members will enjoy a delicious, individually packaged meal that includes fortune cookies. Additionally, each member will...

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis Receives Funding Support From ARCHS to Strengthen Youth Programs

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) has received funding support from ARCHS St. Louis, reinforcing a shared commitment to improving outcomes for youth and families across the St. Louis region. This investment supports BGCSTL’s ongoing efforts to provide safe, structured environments where young people can thrive through high-quality after-school, teen and summer programs. Funding from ARCHS helps ensure Club members have access to academic support, mentorship, enrichment...

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Boys & Girls Clubs Names 2025-26 Youth of the Year Winner

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) proudly announces the 2025-26 Youth of the Year (YOY) winner, 16-year old Marleyna S. of the Bethalto Club.  Marleyna now holds the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club member can achieve.   The Youth of the Year is a signature youth recognition program celebrating recipients' contributions to their Club, family, school, and community.Marleyna was named Youth of the Year at the 31st Annual Great Futures Gala on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, at...

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Foot Locker St. Louis Galleria Team Step Up Again For Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater St. Louis

For the third consecutive year, the Foot Locker team at St. Louis Galleria has gone above and beyond to support Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) members. On Wednesday, November 5, the team presented a $7,500 check at the Adams Park Club (APC) to fund critical programs that equip youth with essential academic and life skills needed to achieve great futures. Foot Locker’s continued partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America and BGCSTL reflects its strong commitment to...

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BGCSTL’s Great Futures Gala to Be Held Under the Bright Lights of Energizer Park

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) is excited to announce the 31st annual Great Futures Gala, which will take place under the bright lights of Energizer Park, home of St. Louis CITY SC, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 6 p.m. This Gala is the organization’s largest fundraising event and serves as a showcase for the signature Youth of the Year (YOY) program. The Great Futures Gala celebrates the importance of family, school, community, and the positive impact of the Boys...

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