Read About Past Experiences YOU Helped Make Possible

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 J's for...

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...

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.  Before...

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...

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 journey.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 Club!

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...

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...

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 yummy lunch. Thank you...

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!

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...

“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...

“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...

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...

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...