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Message Stay Connected:@BGCPhilaFALL 20241518 Walnut Street Suite 712 Philadelphia, PA 19102www.BGCPhila.org215-735-8818NON-PROFIT ORGUS PostagePAIDPhiladelphia, PAPermit #5634A Trip of a LifetimeAs a great beginning to our Spring, 13 kids were lucky enough to be chosen to take a trip to the “Most Magical Place on Earth”, Walt Disney World! On May 8th, Aadam R. and Jaivon W. (Emlen), Jayden J. (Taylor), Carla T. (Vaird), Zion T. (Wayne), Arianna D. (Potter omas), Xavier W. (Germantown), Serene I. (PHA), Isaiah S. (Victorino), Ryan A. (Marshall), Nevaeh T. (Wissahickon), Brylie B. (Northeast Frankford), and Austin F. (Bridesburg), along with three sta members, traveled to Orlando, Florida where they spent the day at the Magic Kingdom. ey were able to enjoy raucous rides, fun food, magical meetings with characters, and stellar souvenirs, all thanks to our kind donors!ese Club members were chosen through our Caught Being Good contest, where they collect rae tickets for their good behavior at the Club. is trip was an all-expenses paid excursion courtesy of our generous supporters at our 2023 Coach’s Private Reserve Dinner. Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia want to thank DeeDee Coel, John and Mary Ellen Scheey, Dianne Stackhouse, Anthony DiBona, Britney Go, Blake Ray, Terrance Polnitz, Tim Seifert, Dave Wojczynski, Gregory St. Clair, Stephanie Piccituo, Clare McGrory Kelly, John Scheey Sr., Sharon Herring, Steve Cordasco, John Ericksen, and Emily McGrory for their commitment, continued dedication, and support for Philadelphia’s youth!Michael Chapman Memorial Golf Classice 2024 Michael Chapman Memorial Golf Classic returned on October 7th to honor Michael Chapman and continue his legacy as a Champion for Change for Philadelphia’s youth.Set on Manufacturers’ Golf & Country Club, the 250-acre property in Fort Washington with rolling hills and a unique design, provided a memorable experience for the 144 golfers who came out to show their support for our Clubs. Conducted annually, the Golf Classic raises funds to give our youth access to opportunities and resources that will enable them to become productive, caring members of society. ough the competition was close, Ernst & Young won for the second year in a row with Tom Badaldi, Matt Dugan, Ryan DeMuth, and Alex Billak receiving a score of 56 on the challenging 18-hole course.e Golf Classic went beyond fundraising goals and reached record-high numbers thanks to the continued support from our generous donors. With their help, we can further develop programming at our 22 clubs and empower more youth to reach their full potential. e success of the event is due in part to Golf Chair Bruce McKenney, Executive Board Member Clare McGrory Kelly, and our friends at Chapman Auto Group whose contributions and leadership help honor the memory of Michael Chapman. Donate to BGCP rough the EITC Tax Credit Program-It Costs a dime to give a dollar!e EITC program allows donors to donors to make a gi to qualied non-prots and receive an osetting tax credit equal to 90% of the value of the gi. Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia is eligible to use gis from this program through our partnership with Friends of Education. e EITC program gives individual donors a 90% state income tax credit, i.e., a reduction in their liability. In short, it costs a dime to give a dollar. A new EITC window has just opened, with credits osetting 2024 PA State tax liability. Credits are given on a rst-come, rst serve basis. If you are interested in making an EITC eligible donation, please email admin@bgcphila.org and we will connect you with our partners at Friends of Education to facilitate the process. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4f2oK4pHenry Reed Hatfield Sports Complex RededicationOn October 24th, we proudly cut the ribbon on the Henry Reed Hateld Trust Sports Complex, a new facility dedicated to serving the teens and children of our community. What was once a site marred by vandalism and litter has been transformed into a safe and welcoming environment where Philadelphia’s youth can play, grow, and thrive. is monumental celebration is a signicant step forward in our commitment to providing young people with a secure space to develop and succeed.Representative Darisha Parker, club alumnus Rob Ross, Senator Sharif Street, and Reverend Jerome Barmore joined us in celebrating the opening of this new sports complex. A heartfelt thank you to the Jaws Youth Playbook Foundation, MLB, Rob Ross, e Henry Reed Hateld Trust, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, and all our generous partners who helped transform the Henry Reed Hateld Sports Complex!NEWS FOR OUR SUPPORTERSTHE CLUBSBOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF PHILADELPHIAFALL 2024Youth of the Year 2024“ere is no Lamont Whitely without the Shane Victorino Boys & Girls Clubs.”-Lamont Whitely, 2024 YOY Winner Since its inception in 1947, our Youth of the Year program epitomizes every Club’s dedication to provide a safe place to enable growth and empower youth to reach their full potential as future leaders. To commemorate remarkable leadership, one club member is nominated each year to represent our clubs as the Philadelphia Youth of the Year. eir leadership continues further, competing at the state, regional, and national levels for the National Youth of the Year award. In February, we were thrilled to honor Lamont Whitely as the 2024 Philadelphia Youth of the Year! A member of the Shane Victorino Boys & Girls Club for the last twelve years, Lamont’s passion for the relationships and skills he’s built during his time at the Club echoed throughout his speech. Having joined the Club at age six, Lamont shared not only about the value of the support and mentorship he’s received, but about his dedication to giving back to the community through volunteering, coaching and contributing to a safe space for others. A recipient of distinguished Honor Roll during the 2022-2023 school year, Lamont cites Shane Victorino as a place of academic and emotional support, especially throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Outside of school Lamont has enjoyed time as the captain of his basketball team, a Manager of the Girl’s Flag Football and a recipient of the Ridley High Winter Tournament MVP award. As the 2024 Youth of the Youth, Lamont pledges to engage in active listening, self-discipline and integrity as he continues his journey towards post-secondary education and beyond. Congratulations to our other Club Youth of the Year candidates Ahmere Johnson of Wissahickon, Calvin Starks of Shane Victorino, I’Layah Cobb of Olney High School, Iziah Bashir of Northeast Frankford, Joshua Hernandez of Varid, Leah Cavanaugh of Bridesburg and Limar and Leemaj Williams of the Germantown Club. Teen Work-Based Learning Experiencesis summer, a total of 109 youth participated in work-based learning experiences at 8 of our Club locations. e majority of youth participated as part of the City of Philadelphia’s Career Connected Learning program, C2L-PHL and thanks to funding from JEVS Human Services, the City of Philadelphia’s Oce of Children and Families, and Bank of America. Youth engaged in a six-week paid experience that focused on service learning and professional development activities to support workforce readiness. Youth participated under the guidance of trusted sta members at each Club who served as role models, mentors, and learning facilitators. Participants engaged in weekly reection and professional development activities including Boys & Girls Clubs’ workforce readiness programs Diplomas 2 Degrees, Money Matters, and Career Launch. roughout their service learning experience, teens supported summer camp by serving as positive peer role models for younger campers and helping to facilitate activities. Participants shared experiences of mentoring younger youth, helping them manage dicult emotions, and teaching them fun games and activities. At our Wayne Avenue Club, teens even shared their professional knowledge with younger youth by asking them practice interview questions and oering feedback. At our Wissahickon Club, teens assisted during a book giveaway event, helping younger youth choose exciting titles to add to their home libraries. roughout the summer, our teens also received opportunities for development outside of their Club experience, such as Deloitte Academy, Career Exploration Day at Macquarie, and Old Navy On the Job visits to local stores.Reections from our summer participants showed that youth saw tremendous growth in themselves, their skills, and their career-related knowledge. As participants reected on their six-week experience, they reported improving skills such as teamwork, responsibility, patience, communication, and problem solving. One youth shared, “One thing I learned about myself this week is that I’m good at explaining and teaching new things to people.” Another youth shared, “I learned that learning new information can be fun for myself when it’s a hands-on experience.” A dierent teen reected, “I learned that having others around helps me work better and work at a faster pace.” eir exposure to various career elds also grew, with youth expressing excitement over elds ranging from criminal justice to orthodontics. Results from the pre/post Career Readiness survey our teen participants completed show signicant positive results. Of youth surveyed twice, 96% demonstrated gains in at least one Applied SEL capacity and 93% demonstrated gains in at least one Adaptive Mindset capacity. 93% of youth surveyed twice also reported leaving the program with “good” or “great” career knowledge and skills.2024 Teen Leadership SummitIn support of our mission of helping all youth achieve their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens, Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia invited over 75 teens from across the city to gather for a leadership event on June 22nd. Held at the Ralph J Roberts Germantown Club, teens had their pick from a wide array of seminars. From business ventures like E- Commerce to interventional veterinary medicine, teens shared the chance to learn and create alongside industry experts. We welcomed the 1974 National Youth of the Year, George Clark to share words of inspiration, and a representative from Old Navy was on-hand to share information about career opportunities. is event gave our teens a chance to elevate their voices and develop their passions. We’d like to thank all the partners who came out to support the event and the sta who worked behind the scenes to make the day a success!Joe Marziello, President-CEO Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia, Lamont Whitely, and Shakir Johnson, EVP of Programs, Athletics, and Teen Advancement
Contact us for your sponsorhip! (215) 735-8818 or wine_cheese@bgcphila.orgJoin us for a Legal Aair on May 22nd, 2025, as we celebrate our Lawful Luminary, David Woolf and Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, at our 13th Annual Coach’s Private Reserve Dinner. For nearly two decades, David Woolf and Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath have fought for Philadelphia’s kids and communities, supporting Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia as champions for change! With the support of our legal luminaries, we have invested in creating a just and equitable future for the kids who need us the most by developing state-of-the-art facilities, establishing innovative educational programs, and supporting physical and social-emotional wellness.2025 Coach’s Private Reserve DinnerBoys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia is grateful to all of the foundations, and organizations that provided grant funding to support our programs during our 2024 Fiscal Year including:1830 Foundation, AmerisourceBergen Sourcing LLC, Bank of America, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Brethren Community foundation, Bualo Wild Wings, Cal Ripken Senior Foundation, Catalent Pharmaceuticals, Chick-Fil-A, Christian R. & Mary F. Lindback Foundation, Chubb Federal Insurance Companies, City of Philadelphia Oce of Children and Families, Comcast Foundation-STEM, Cricket Wireless, Dolnger McMahon Foundation, Equity Collective, Family Dollar , Franklin Institute , Friends of Education, Fulton Bank, General Mills Foundation, Graham Partners Inc, Harmony Biosciences, Henry E Niles Foundation, JEVS-C2L, John B. Rosenthal Foundation, Joseph Kennard Skilling Trust, Kids Footlocker, Leo & Peggy Pierce Foundation, Lilly Pulitzer, Lincoln Financial Foundation, McLean Contributionship, Merck foundation, MLB at Work, Montanye Charitable Trust, Neag Foundation, Oce of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Old Navy, PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency, PA Department of Education-Nita M Lowey 21st Century CLC, Panda Cares, Patricia Kind Family Foundation, PECO Exelon Foundation, Pennsylvania 30 Day Fund, Philadelphia Mental Healthcare Corp, Philadelphia Housing Authority. Philadelphia Youth Network, PNC Foundation, PNC Charitable Trust, Ross Stores, Scholler Foundation, School District of Philadelphia Aer School Enrichment, TD Charitable Foundation,, e Allen Hilles Fund, ermo Fisher Foundation, Tompkins Community Bank, Waste Management , Wawa Foundation, William Penn FoundationSupporter Spotlight2024 Board PicnicDavid Woolf, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, Governor and Kim WoolfKelli Agostini, Manager of Administrative Operations and Development, Forrest B. Patterson Jr. Vice Chair, and KellyLemberger, EVP of Literacy, Education, and Training InitiativesJohn M. Scheey, PE, Chairman and Lisabeth Marziello, President-CEO Boys & Girls Clubs of PhiladelphiaMolly Scheey and Clare McGrory Kelly, SecretaryScott Applebaum, Governor and Lisabeth Marziello, President-CEO Boys & Girls Clubs of PhiladelphiaJoe Marziello, President-CEO and Bob Smith, GovernorFrank Cymbala, Governor and Tariq Ahmed, GovernorPlease mail to:Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia1518 Walnut Street Suite 712Philadelphia, PA 19102Name:Company (if applicable):Address:Phone:City, State, Zip:Email:My company will match this donationPayment Method:Wire Transfer Credit CardSingle Payment Multiple payments not to exceed 3 yearsPersonal CheckI agree to pay the pledged amount:Mail in the pledge card below or donate online at: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/BGCPHolidays2024 Dear Ambassadors of Goodwill for the Children of Philadelphia,As we reect on the past decade, we are lled with immense pride and gratitude for our remarkable progress together. Your unwavering support has been instrumental in transforming our vision into reality, and we are excited to share our milestones and look ahead to an even brighter future.Over the last ten years, we have made extraordinary strides in improving our operational and scal sustainability. e introduction of the Showcase of Wine & Cheese, which raised over $3.2 million in 2024 alone, has been a game-changer for us. Coupled with the elimination of long-term debt and the signicant growth of our endowment, these achievements have positioned us for continued success. We have celebrated an operating surplus for each of the last nine scal years, underscoring our unwavering commitment to scal responsibility and sustainability, and ensuring that your contributions are used eectively and eciently. Our dedication to implementing critical new programs has profoundly impacted our community. Since opening our rst full-service Kids Café at the Wissahickon Club in July 2017, we have expanded to three locations, serving over 500 youth daily with nutritious, home-cooked meals. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we demonstrated our resilience by providing over 350,000 meals through our 15 Access Center locations. Our Lit U.S. Initiative, which began in 2013, now reaches over 2,500 youth annually, fostering a love for reading and learning. Additionally, our STEM Learning Labs, launched in 2014, continue to inspire and engage over 1,500 youth in science and technology each year. We have also signicantly increased the scale and impact of our programs. Our membership has surged by 40% as we expanded from 12 to 22 Clubs. anks to funding from the State Department of Education and the School District of Philadelphia, we have opened seven new school extension sites since 2019, with plans to launch two more this fall. e $1.9 million grant we received in 2023 has allowed us to extend our teen program hours and combat community violence, resulting in a 30% increase in teen enrollment over the last 18 months. Improving the condition of our facilities has been a priority, and the results are nothing short of transformational. Since the inception of our Bold Change for Kids campaign in 2015, we have revitalized our Bridesburg and Northeast Frankford Clubs, incorporating new Literacy Centers, STEM Labs, Tech Centers, Art Studios, and Kids Cafes. e Ralph J Roberts Club opening in Germantown in April 2022, a $16 million investment, is a testament to our commitment to providing state-of-the-art facilities for Philadelphia’s youth. Furthermore, the Henry Reed Hateld Outdoor Recreation Complex in Nicetown, completed in Fall 2024, has transformed a neglected eld into a vibrant community space with a baseball eld, soccer eld, basketball court, and eld house.ank you for your continued support and unwavering belief in our mission. Your dedication and belief in our cause drive us forward, and we are deeply grateful for your contributions. Together, we are making a dierence and condent that the future holds even greater possibilities thanks to your support.With heartfelt appreciation,Lisabeth and Joe Marziello President and CEOs A Message From Our LeadershipLisabeth & Joe Marziello Presidents & CEOsFALL 20242024 Board AwardsBoard Member of the Year:Forrest PattersonScott ApplebaumJohn M. Scheey, PE President’s AwardJana Barrettt, Lincoln Financial FoundationClare McGrory KellyRookie of the YearAnthony CossettiFriend of YouthSusan IngersollCaptain Frank PalumboLeslie KrempTyler PerryIn July of 2024, teens from the City of Brotherly Love had the opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., and discover, alongside peers from all over the country, the power of policy, advocacy and elevating teen voices. A social- emotional wellness project sponsored by e Family Dollar, BGCA’s ink Learn Create Program oers teens the space to explore the intersection between project-based learning and policy implementation on both a local and nationwide level.In anticipation of this conference, BGCP teens across the Clubs worked alongside peers and mentors to construct a presentation that paired animal welfare policy and teen wellness strategies, oering accessible and meaningful content through shareable cards. Teens partnered with a local animal rescue to gain experience and understanding about fostering and rescuing animals, and then integrated that knowledge with existing research on teen wellness and cortisol reduction through companion animals. Aer sharing their ideas with other BGCA participants, teens conversed with congressional staers who oered constructive feedback and answered career readiness questions. rough this process, teens learned and demonstrated negotiating, public speaking and collaboration skills all while gaining a deeper understanding of the local animal foster system and the lasting implication of well-organized and implemented policy. Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia thanks e Family Dollar and BGCA for their commitment to upliing our teens’ voices both in our neighborhoods and in our nation’s capital. Boys & Girls Clubs Teen Family Dollar ink Learn Create Program“IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE”Fill out the following contact information to make Philly’s kids holiday wishes come true:Creating A Landscape of Opportunities with BrightView2024 Coach’s Private Reserve DinnerOn April 25, 2024, we stepped into a Garden of Possibilities as we paid tribute to BrightView at the Union League of Philadelphia. With lush trees and blooming owers dotting the perimeter of the space, guests immersed themselves in a Landscape of Opportunities, all while enjoying delicious Belgioioso cheeses, decadent Vermeil wines, auctions and award-winning entertainment. In total, the event raised $3.2M in support of the youth we serve. e musical stylings of Tyler Perry of Perryhomes Utah and Sarah Sherman Barrera and Pedro Barrera, accompaniers of Andrea Bocelli, lled the air as guests gathered in honor of BrightView. An avid champion for change, BrightView transformed the lives of our Club kids through the construction of mindful environments dedicated to supporting the social, physical, mental and emotional wellness of our youth. We are grateful both to BrightView and our Presenting Sponsors, Board Chairman John M. Scheey and Danielle Sadock, as well as Amy Dorfmeister, our Tribute Chair, for their belief in the youth we serve and their support to ensuring our youth reach their full potential as caring and responsible citizens. at same evening, we also welcomed George Clark, 1974’s National Youth of the Year award winner. A Philadelphia native and proud alumnus of the Boys & Girls Club, George Clark is a dedicated advocate for the betterment of Philadelphia’s youth and remains deeply invested in fostering pride and joy within his local community. It’s thanks to commitment like his and our Champions for Youth, Ric Harris, Sean Bloodwell, Loraine Ballard Morrill and Virginia Dixon, that Philadelphia’s youth have access to high quality resources that support their academic, emotional and physical success. ank you, as well, to our generous hosts at the Union League of Philadelphia, Vermeil Wines, BelGioioso Cheese Inc. and our beloved National Football League (NFL) Hall of Famer Coach Dick Vermeil who helped to make our 12th annual Coach’s Private Reserve Dinner truly spectacularScan Here to Donate and SupportPresidents-CEOsJoe & Lisabeth Marziello
Contact us for your sponsorhip! (215) 735-8818 or wine_cheese@bgcphila.orgJoin us for a Legal Aair on May 22nd, 2025, as we celebrate our Lawful Luminary, David Woolf and Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, at our 13th Annual Coach’s Private Reserve Dinner. For nearly two decades, David Woolf and Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath have fought for Philadelphia’s kids and communities, supporting Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia as champions for change! With the support of our legal luminaries, we have invested in creating a just and equitable future for the kids who need us the most by developing state-of-the-art facilities, establishing innovative educational programs, and supporting physical and social-emotional wellness.2025 Coach’s Private Reserve DinnerBoys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia is grateful to all of the foundations, and organizations that provided grant funding to support our programs during our 2024 Fiscal Year including:1830 Foundation, AmerisourceBergen Sourcing LLC, Bank of America, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Brethren Community foundation, Bualo Wild Wings, Cal Ripken Senior Foundation, Catalent Pharmaceuticals, Chick-Fil-A, Christian R. & Mary F. Lindback Foundation, Chubb Federal Insurance Companies, City of Philadelphia Oce of Children and Families, Comcast Foundation-STEM, Cricket Wireless, Dolnger McMahon Foundation, Equity Collective, Family Dollar , Franklin Institute , Friends of Education, Fulton Bank, General Mills Foundation, Graham Partners Inc, Harmony Biosciences, Henry E Niles Foundation, JEVS-C2L, John B. Rosenthal Foundation, Joseph Kennard Skilling Trust, Kids Footlocker, Leo & Peggy Pierce Foundation, Lilly Pulitzer, Lincoln Financial Foundation, McLean Contributionship, Merck foundation, MLB at Work, Montanye Charitable Trust, Neag Foundation, Oce of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Old Navy, PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency, PA Department of Education-Nita M Lowey 21st Century CLC, Panda Cares, Patricia Kind Family Foundation, PECO Exelon Foundation, Pennsylvania 30 Day Fund, Philadelphia Mental Healthcare Corp, Philadelphia Housing Authority. Philadelphia Youth Network, PNC Foundation, PNC Charitable Trust, Ross Stores, Scholler Foundation, School District of Philadelphia Aer School Enrichment, TD Charitable Foundation,, e Allen Hilles Fund, ermo Fisher Foundation, Tompkins Community Bank, Waste Management , Wawa Foundation, William Penn FoundationSupporter Spotlight2024 Board PicnicDavid Woolf, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, Governor and Kim WoolfKelli Agostini, Manager of Administrative Operations and Development, Forrest B. Patterson Jr. Vice Chair, and KellyLemberger, EVP of Literacy, Education, and Training InitiativesJohn M. Scheey, PE, Chairman and Lisabeth Marziello, President-CEO Boys & Girls Clubs of PhiladelphiaMolly Scheey and Clare McGrory Kelly, SecretaryScott Applebaum, Governor and Lisabeth Marziello, President-CEO Boys & Girls Clubs of PhiladelphiaJoe Marziello, President-CEO and Bob Smith, GovernorFrank Cymbala, Governor and Tariq Ahmed, GovernorPlease mail to:Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia1518 Walnut Street Suite 712Philadelphia, PA 19102Name:Company (if applicable):Address:Phone:City, State, Zip:Email:My company will match this donationPayment Method:Wire Transfer Credit CardSingle Payment Multiple payments not to exceed 3 yearsPersonal CheckI agree to pay the pledged amount:Mail in the pledge card below or donate online at: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/BGCPHolidays2024 Dear Ambassadors of Goodwill for the Children of Philadelphia,As we reect on the past decade, we are lled with immense pride and gratitude for our remarkable progress together. Your unwavering support has been instrumental in transforming our vision into reality, and we are excited to share our milestones and look ahead to an even brighter future.Over the last ten years, we have made extraordinary strides in improving our operational and scal sustainability. e introduction of the Showcase of Wine & Cheese, which raised over $3.2 million in 2024 alone, has been a game-changer for us. Coupled with the elimination of long-term debt and the signicant growth of our endowment, these achievements have positioned us for continued success. We have celebrated an operating surplus for each of the last nine scal years, underscoring our unwavering commitment to scal responsibility and sustainability, and ensuring that your contributions are used eectively and eciently. Our dedication to implementing critical new programs has profoundly impacted our community. Since opening our rst full-service Kids Café at the Wissahickon Club in July 2017, we have expanded to three locations, serving over 500 youth daily with nutritious, home-cooked meals. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we demonstrated our resilience by providing over 350,000 meals through our 15 Access Center locations. Our Lit U.S. Initiative, which began in 2013, now reaches over 2,500 youth annually, fostering a love for reading and learning. Additionally, our STEM Learning Labs, launched in 2014, continue to inspire and engage over 1,500 youth in science and technology each year. We have also signicantly increased the scale and impact of our programs. Our membership has surged by 40% as we expanded from 12 to 22 Clubs. anks to funding from the State Department of Education and the School District of Philadelphia, we have opened seven new school extension sites since 2019, with plans to launch two more this fall. e $1.9 million grant we received in 2023 has allowed us to extend our teen program hours and combat community violence, resulting in a 30% increase in teen enrollment over the last 18 months. Improving the condition of our facilities has been a priority, and the results are nothing short of transformational. Since the inception of our Bold Change for Kids campaign in 2015, we have revitalized our Bridesburg and Northeast Frankford Clubs, incorporating new Literacy Centers, STEM Labs, Tech Centers, Art Studios, and Kids Cafes. e Ralph J Roberts Club opening in Germantown in April 2022, a $16 million investment, is a testament to our commitment to providing state-of-the-art facilities for Philadelphia’s youth. Furthermore, the Henry Reed Hateld Outdoor Recreation Complex in Nicetown, completed in Fall 2024, has transformed a neglected eld into a vibrant community space with a baseball eld, soccer eld, basketball court, and eld house.ank you for your continued support and unwavering belief in our mission. Your dedication and belief in our cause drive us forward, and we are deeply grateful for your contributions. Together, we are making a dierence and condent that the future holds even greater possibilities thanks to your support.With heartfelt appreciation,Lisabeth and Joe Marziello President and CEOs A Message From Our LeadershipLisabeth & Joe Marziello Presidents & CEOsFALL 20242024 Board AwardsBoard Member of the Year:Forrest PattersonScott ApplebaumJohn M. Scheey, PE President’s AwardJana Barrettt, Lincoln Financial FoundationClare McGrory KellyRookie of the YearAnthony CossettiFriend of YouthSusan IngersollCaptain Frank PalumboLeslie KrempTyler PerryIn July of 2024, teens from the City of Brotherly Love had the opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., and discover, alongside peers from all over the country, the power of policy, advocacy and elevating teen voices. A social- emotional wellness project sponsored by e Family Dollar, BGCA’s ink Learn Create Program oers teens the space to explore the intersection between project-based learning and policy implementation on both a local and nationwide level.In anticipation of this conference, BGCP teens across the Clubs worked alongside peers and mentors to construct a presentation that paired animal welfare policy and teen wellness strategies, oering accessible and meaningful content through shareable cards. Teens partnered with a local animal rescue to gain experience and understanding about fostering and rescuing animals, and then integrated that knowledge with existing research on teen wellness and cortisol reduction through companion animals. Aer sharing their ideas with other BGCA participants, teens conversed with congressional staers who oered constructive feedback and answered career readiness questions. rough this process, teens learned and demonstrated negotiating, public speaking and collaboration skills all while gaining a deeper understanding of the local animal foster system and the lasting implication of well-organized and implemented policy. Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia thanks e Family Dollar and BGCA for their commitment to upliing our teens’ voices both in our neighborhoods and in our nation’s capital. Boys & Girls Clubs Teen Family Dollar ink Learn Create Program“IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE”Fill out the following contact information to make Philly’s kids holiday wishes come true:Creating A Landscape of Opportunities with BrightView2024 Coach’s Private Reserve DinnerOn April 25, 2024, we stepped into a Garden of Possibilities as we paid tribute to BrightView at the Union League of Philadelphia. With lush trees and blooming owers dotting the perimeter of the space, guests immersed themselves in a Landscape of Opportunities, all while enjoying delicious Belgioioso cheeses, decadent Vermeil wines, auctions and award-winning entertainment. In total, the event raised $3.2M in support of the youth we serve. e musical stylings of Tyler Perry of Perryhomes Utah and Sarah Sherman Barrera and Pedro Barrera, accompaniers of Andrea Bocelli, lled the air as guests gathered in honor of BrightView. An avid champion for change, BrightView transformed the lives of our Club kids through the construction of mindful environments dedicated to supporting the social, physical, mental and emotional wellness of our youth. We are grateful both to BrightView and our Presenting Sponsors, Board Chairman John M. Scheey and Danielle Sadock, as well as Amy Dorfmeister, our Tribute Chair, for their belief in the youth we serve and their support to ensuring our youth reach their full potential as caring and responsible citizens. at same evening, we also welcomed George Clark, 1974’s National Youth of the Year award winner. A Philadelphia native and proud alumnus of the Boys & Girls Club, George Clark is a dedicated advocate for the betterment of Philadelphia’s youth and remains deeply invested in fostering pride and joy within his local community. It’s thanks to commitment like his and our Champions for Youth, Ric Harris, Sean Bloodwell, Loraine Ballard Morrill and Virginia Dixon, that Philadelphia’s youth have access to high quality resources that support their academic, emotional and physical success. ank you, as well, to our generous hosts at the Union League of Philadelphia, Vermeil Wines, BelGioioso Cheese Inc. and our beloved National Football League (NFL) Hall of Famer Coach Dick Vermeil who helped to make our 12th annual Coach’s Private Reserve Dinner truly spectacularScan Here to Donate and SupportPresidents-CEOsJoe & Lisabeth Marziello
Stay Connected:@BGCPhilaFALL 20241518 Walnut Street Suite 712 Philadelphia, PA 19102www.BGCPhila.org215-735-8818NON-PROFIT ORGUS PostagePAIDPhiladelphia, PAPermit #5634A Trip of a LifetimeAs a great beginning to our Spring, 13 kids were lucky enough to be chosen to take a trip to the “Most Magical Place on Earth”, Walt Disney World! On May 8th, Aadam R. and Jaivon W. (Emlen), Jayden J. (Taylor), Carla T. (Vaird), Zion T. (Wayne), Arianna D. (Potter omas), Xavier W. (Germantown), Serene I. (PHA), Isaiah S. (Victorino), Ryan A. (Marshall), Nevaeh T. (Wissahickon), Brylie B. (Northeast Frankford), and Austin F. (Bridesburg), along with three sta members, traveled to Orlando, Florida where they spent the day at the Magic Kingdom. ey were able to enjoy raucous rides, fun food, magical meetings with characters, and stellar souvenirs, all thanks to our kind donors!ese Club members were chosen through our Caught Being Good contest, where they collect rae tickets for their good behavior at the Club. is trip was an all-expenses paid excursion courtesy of our generous supporters at our 2023 Coach’s Private Reserve Dinner. Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia want to thank DeeDee Coel, John and Mary Ellen Scheey, Dianne Stackhouse, Anthony DiBona, Britney Go, Blake Ray, Terrance Polnitz, Tim Seifert, Dave Wojczynski, Gregory St. Clair, Stephanie Piccituo, Clare McGrory Kelly, John Scheey Sr., Sharon Herring, Steve Cordasco, John Ericksen, and Emily McGrory for their commitment, continued dedication, and support for Philadelphia’s youth!Michael Chapman Memorial Golf Classice 2024 Michael Chapman Memorial Golf Classic returned on October 7th to honor Michael Chapman and continue his legacy as a Champion for Change for Philadelphia’s youth.Set on Manufacturers’ Golf & Country Club, the 250-acre property in Fort Washington with rolling hills and a unique design, provided a memorable experience for the 144 golfers who came out to show their support for our Clubs. Conducted annually, the Golf Classic raises funds to give our youth access to opportunities and resources that will enable them to become productive, caring members of society. ough the competition was close, Ernst & Young won for the second year in a row with Tom Badaldi, Matt Dugan, Ryan DeMuth, and Alex Billak receiving a score of 56 on the challenging 18-hole course.e Golf Classic went beyond fundraising goals and reached record-high numbers thanks to the continued support from our generous donors. With their help, we can further develop programming at our 22 clubs and empower more youth to reach their full potential. e success of the event is due in part to Golf Chair Bruce McKenney, Executive Board Member Clare McGrory Kelly, and our friends at Chapman Auto Group whose contributions and leadership help honor the memory of Michael Chapman. Donate to BGCP rough the EITC Tax Credit Program-It Costs a dime to give a dollar!e EITC program allows donors to donors to make a gi to qualied non-prots and receive an osetting tax credit equal to 90% of the value of the gi. Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia is eligible to use gis from this program through our partnership with Friends of Education. e EITC program gives individual donors a 90% state income tax credit, i.e., a reduction in their liability. In short, it costs a dime to give a dollar. A new EITC window has just opened, with credits osetting 2024 PA State tax liability. Credits are given on a rst-come, rst serve basis. If you are interested in making an EITC eligible donation, please email admin@bgcphila.org and we will connect you with our partners at Friends of Education to facilitate the process. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4f2oK4pHenry Reed Hatfield Sports Complex RededicationOn October 24th, we proudly cut the ribbon on the Henry Reed Hateld Trust Sports Complex, a new facility dedicated to serving the teens and children of our community. What was once a site marred by vandalism and litter has been transformed into a safe and welcoming environment where Philadelphia’s youth can play, grow, and thrive. is monumental celebration is a signicant step forward in our commitment to providing young people with a secure space to develop and succeed.Representative Darisha Parker, club alumnus Rob Ross, Senator Sharif Street, and Reverend Jerome Barmore joined us in celebrating the opening of this new sports complex. A heartfelt thank you to the Jaws Youth Playbook Foundation, MLB, Rob Ross, e Henry Reed Hateld Trust, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, and all our generous partners who helped transform the Henry Reed Hateld Sports Complex!NEWS FOR OUR SUPPORTERSTHE CLUBSBOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF PHILADELPHIAFALL 2024Youth of the Year 2024“ere is no Lamont Whitely without the Shane Victorino Boys & Girls Clubs.”-Lamont Whitely, 2024 YOY Winner Since its inception in 1947, our Youth of the Year program epitomizes every Club’s dedication to provide a safe place to enable growth and empower youth to reach their full potential as future leaders. To commemorate remarkable leadership, one club member is nominated each year to represent our clubs as the Philadelphia Youth of the Year. eir leadership continues further, competing at the state, regional, and national levels for the National Youth of the Year award. In February, we were thrilled to honor Lamont Whitely as the 2024 Philadelphia Youth of the Year! A member of the Shane Victorino Boys & Girls Club for the last twelve years, Lamont’s passion for the relationships and skills he’s built during his time at the Club echoed throughout his speech. Having joined the Club at age six, Lamont shared not only about the value of the support and mentorship he’s received, but about his dedication to giving back to the community through volunteering, coaching and contributing to a safe space for others. A recipient of distinguished Honor Roll during the 2022-2023 school year, Lamont cites Shane Victorino as a place of academic and emotional support, especially throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Outside of school Lamont has enjoyed time as the captain of his basketball team, a Manager of the Girl’s Flag Football and a recipient of the Ridley High Winter Tournament MVP award. As the 2024 Youth of the Youth, Lamont pledges to engage in active listening, self-discipline and integrity as he continues his journey towards post-secondary education and beyond. Congratulations to our other Club Youth of the Year candidates Ahmere Johnson of Wissahickon, Calvin Starks of Shane Victorino, I’Layah Cobb of Olney High School, Iziah Bashir of Northeast Frankford, Joshua Hernandez of Varid, Leah Cavanaugh of Bridesburg and Limar and Leemaj Williams of the Germantown Club. Teen Work-Based Learning Experiencesis summer, a total of 109 youth participated in work-based learning experiences at 8 of our Club locations. e majority of youth participated as part of the City of Philadelphia’s Career Connected Learning program, C2L-PHL and thanks to funding from JEVS Human Services, the City of Philadelphia’s Oce of Children and Families, and Bank of America. Youth engaged in a six-week paid experience that focused on service learning and professional development activities to support workforce readiness. Youth participated under the guidance of trusted sta members at each Club who served as role models, mentors, and learning facilitators. Participants engaged in weekly reection and professional development activities including Boys & Girls Clubs’ workforce readiness programs Diplomas 2 Degrees, Money Matters, and Career Launch. roughout their service learning experience, teens supported summer camp by serving as positive peer role models for younger campers and helping to facilitate activities. Participants shared experiences of mentoring younger youth, helping them manage dicult emotions, and teaching them fun games and activities. At our Wayne Avenue Club, teens even shared their professional knowledge with younger youth by asking them practice interview questions and oering feedback. At our Wissahickon Club, teens assisted during a book giveaway event, helping younger youth choose exciting titles to add to their home libraries. roughout the summer, our teens also received opportunities for development outside of their Club experience, such as Deloitte Academy, Career Exploration Day at Macquarie, and Old Navy On the Job visits to local stores.Reections from our summer participants showed that youth saw tremendous growth in themselves, their skills, and their career-related knowledge. As participants reected on their six-week experience, they reported improving skills such as teamwork, responsibility, patience, communication, and problem solving. One youth shared, “One thing I learned about myself this week is that I’m good at explaining and teaching new things to people.” Another youth shared, “I learned that learning new information can be fun for myself when it’s a hands-on experience.” A dierent teen reected, “I learned that having others around helps me work better and work at a faster pace.” eir exposure to various career elds also grew, with youth expressing excitement over elds ranging from criminal justice to orthodontics. Results from the pre/post Career Readiness survey our teen participants completed show signicant positive results. Of youth surveyed twice, 96% demonstrated gains in at least one Applied SEL capacity and 93% demonstrated gains in at least one Adaptive Mindset capacity. 93% of youth surveyed twice also reported leaving the program with “good” or “great” career knowledge and skills.2024 Teen Leadership SummitIn support of our mission of helping all youth achieve their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens, Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia invited over 75 teens from across the city to gather for a leadership event on June 22nd. Held at the Ralph J Roberts Germantown Club, teens had their pick from a wide array of seminars. From business ventures like E- Commerce to interventional veterinary medicine, teens shared the chance to learn and create alongside industry experts. We welcomed the 1974 National Youth of the Year, George Clark to share words of inspiration, and a representative from Old Navy was on-hand to share information about career opportunities. is event gave our teens a chance to elevate their voices and develop their passions. We’d like to thank all the partners who came out to support the event and the sta who worked behind the scenes to make the day a success!Joe Marziello, President-CEO Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia, Lamont Whitely, and Shakir Johnson, EVP of Programs, Athletics, and Teen Advancement