Aug 6, 2019 | Past Experiences, Uncategorized
Ten youth had the outdoor adventure of a lifetime spending two days on Lake Erie! Four professional chartered boats were provided with guides to teach the boys about fishing. In addition to catching TONS of fish, the boys bonded, learned boating safety skills and made... read more
Jul 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
It’s summer and that means CAMPING! Club members will got to experience a week-long camping trip to YMCA Camp Eberhart. From sailing, to archery, to arts and crafts, and of course camp fires stories and s’mores, your donations helped these kids be... read more
Nov 18, 2018 | Uncategorized
Our Club was open for 10 hours of gaming. There was live streaming, video games, board games and lots of interaction. We had over 20 volunteers from LCI’s technology team teaching our members about future careers in computer technologies and playing games with... read more
Nov 18, 2018 | Past Experiences
21 Club members adventured to Shavehead Lake to enjoy smoked pulled pork, barbeque chicken, pizza and many other delicious sides. Many of these youth had never been on a boat or swam in a lake. They were able to go tubing, skiing and simply enjoy life under the sun... read more
Oct 22, 2018 | Past Experiences
On September 22nd, 30 teens from BGCEC participated in a tailor-made leadership summit at Five Star Life. The teens put their communication skills to the test during team-building games, and challenged their ideas of sacrifice and courage while climbing a rock wall.... read more
Oct 22, 2018 | Past Experiences
We took 8 kids, 2 that have never been to a ND football game. We toured the church, Golden Dome, listened to the ND band and watched an exciting 19-14 ND win over Pitt. Jarrod was one of the kids who had never been to a game. He was so exuberant to look at... read more
Sep 4, 2018 | Past Experiences
Nine youth embarked on a journey of discovery to Gatlinburg for a nature artist’s dream experience. They learned all about art, nature photography and watercolor. We were able to partner with Burlington Graphic Systems and their graphic designer and printing... read more
Sep 4, 2018 | Past Experiences
The Boys & Girls Club members throughout Elkhart County had the opportunity to spend 5 days and 4 nights at Camp Eberhart. They had a true camp experience where they bonded over camp fires, kayaking, swimming, horseback riding and many other fun activities. For... read more
Jul 3, 2018 | Past Experiences
TWELVE Club members from Goshen experienced a golfing lesson from the pros at MapleCrest Country Club. They had fun practicing on the green and were so thankful for MapleCrest for the delicious food. These members are coming back with their parent, guardian or a loved... read more
Jun 21, 2018 | Past Experiences
Our members got to experience the culture, history and all the thrills Boston has to offer. During their week-long trip the club members toured college campuses, including Harvard, witnessed the excitement and rivalry as they cheered on the Red Sox on the opening... read more
Mar 22, 2018 | Past Experiences
Nine teens took to the slopes at Swiss Valley for a day of skiing and snowboarding. They had lessons with a professional. It took some practice, but once they gained their confidence there was no stopping them. Only one of these Club members had ever experienced a... read more
Mar 21, 2018 | Past Experiences
Members of female athletic teams from all four Club sites enjoyed an exciting night of Notre Dame women’s basketball! The bond and comradery from this trip went a long way in helping the girls to bond as a team and respect each other as opponents. These are great... read more
Mar 21, 2018 | Past Experiences
30 of our Club members have spent time following the Winter Olympics. After learning about the dedication and discipline of our Olympians, they were fortunate enough to take this new passion and go see Disney on Ice. Thank you to all of our Marketplace donors for... read more
Nov 28, 2017 | Past Experiences
Our Goshen Club hosted a club-wide member and family Thanksgiving dinner. Our youth were able to bring their families to join in the festivities. Thank you to Grace Community Church for donating and volunteering for this great Marketplace event. Thank you Dana... read more
Nov 3, 2017 | Past Experiences
Over 360 kids had a blast celebrating Fall Fest! Members started the celebration listening to motivational speaker Eric Saunders, kids also go to enjoy an exotic petting zoo, dancing to a live DJ, a photo booth, bounce houses, face painting, educational games, popcorn... read more
Oct 10, 2017 | Past Experiences
Members had an amazing experience of touring Notre Dame’s campus. They saw the Basilica, Golden Dome, Grotto and participated in the life of a college student. The group was able to do some career thinking and some motivational goal-setting for their future. ... read more
Jul 28, 2017 | Past Experiences
Twenty of our members spent a day at Shavehead Lake where they went tubing, boating, and enjoyed a delicious cookout! Kids were taught about boat and water safety and for some of our children, it was their first time to ever be on a boat.This is an event the kids look... read more
Jul 28, 2017 | Past Experiences
Our artistic kids got to experience a 5 day/4 night, all-inclusive camping trip to Camp Koda! This included a cultural mix of local and famous artists, a Broadway show, a Museum trip and daily workshops to hone their newly learned skills on this... read more
May 19, 2017 | Past Experiences
What a fun night we had at the South Bend Cubs because of the Boys & Girls Club Marketplace crowdfunding. Sixteen of us ventured to our suite and one lucky club member threw out the first pitch and was given the game ball. We all enjoyed the blow up slides and... read more
Apr 12, 2017 | Past Experiences
Thanks to your generous support and the support of champions Mike Gaeddert and Matt Clauss, 17 of our Club kids got to go on the trip of a lifetime where they met both of Indiana’s senators, our district’s representative in the House and also the vice president. In... read more
Mar 16, 2017 | Past Experiences
Thank you to Champions Tyler August and Ross Gunden for making sure this experience was successful. Forty-eight of our Club members, from all four sites, went on a trip of a lifetime to tour Lucas Oil Stadium, met Justin Snow and had a motivational and educational... read more
Mar 7, 2017 | Past Experiences
Thank you Sharon Welsh and Adrian Aguilar for Championing February’s Marketplace event. The club members had a blast eating pizza in the ballroom, having a very special treat of unlimited popcorn and watching a movie on the big screen for their private viewing. For... read more
Jan 18, 2017 | Past Experiences
With your help, members of female athletic teams from all four Club sites enjoyed an exciting night of Notre Dame women’s basketball! What a memorable experience for our Boys & Girls... read more
Dec 27, 2016 | Past Experiences
Thanks to your support, Santa brought his North Pole Workshop to the Elkhart airport. Santa flew in to meet members from each Elkhart County Club along with their entire families. Santa and the Elves gave our children a magical night to remember. Kids had cookies to... read more
Nov 21, 2016 | Past Experiences
Thanks to your support, we were able to provide over 300 Club kids, and their entire families, a full Thanksgiving meal. Grace Community Church continued to partner with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County to provide a fabulous traditional Thangsgiving meal... read more
Aug 19, 2016 | Past Experiences
Thanks to everyone who helped our kids experience back to school in style! The kids shopped for a school outfit with a personal stylist, picked out school supplies, and as an added bonus, enjoyed a little primping with a manicure or haircut while hearing from an... read more
Jul 6, 2016 | Past Experiences
In celebration of June’s Marketplace Experience, our kids had the opportunity to spend a day at Deep River Waterpark. With over 175 kids & staff attending, we had a day of fun with “speed slides”, wave pools, tube slides, a lazy river, and a... read more
Apr 25, 2016 | Past Experiences
Thanks to everyone who helped send Club Kids to the South Bend Cubs game this April! If you would like to help enable opportunities for kids, check out our online marketplace! See the online... read more
Mar 16, 2016 | Past Experiences
Genesis Products helped raise $10,500 and sponsored the pizza, decor and items for a club wide concert. Over 200 children wrote their dream on a postcard attached to a balloon and designed an RV in a coloring contest. 85 pizzas were devoured by the kids and dancing... read more
Mar 11, 2016 | Past Experiences
“I am so excited I have never seen an actual basketball game!” Frank (age 9) “This is awesome because it is the last game of the season!” Edwin (age 9) “I can’t believe we are here on Senior Night – so cool!” Erica (age 18) Thanks to everyone who helped send 30 Club... read more
Jun 4, 2015 | Past Experiences
“I’ve never seen the ocean before”-was a beautiful remark made by one of our Club Teens pulling up to Shavehead Lake. Many of our Club kids do not have the opportunity to leave Goshen’s city limits, so a trip to a sparkling lake was an ocean in her eyes. A day on the... read more
Jun 4, 2015 | Past Experiences
The Boys & Girls Club of Goshen is blessed to have forest acreage at the Showalter Cabin located just down the street from our Club building. Overnight Camping is truly a coveted experience by all of our Club kids. On a 2014 overnight camping trip, Club members... read more
Jun 2, 2015 | Past Experiences
The University of Notre Dame is a true landmark in Michiana, a highlight enjoyed by many throughout the county. Giving our Club kids the opportunity to attend various sporting events allows them to be connected to our community, and provides a once in a lifetime... read more
