Blog: In the Bluelight
Your inside look at the stories, updates, and impact shaping Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area.
Longhorn GREATDAY Brings Connection, Leadership, and Fun to Club Kids!
On Friday, November 6, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area welcomed a powerful wave of Longhorn spirit to our Home Club for our 3rd annual Longhorn GREATDAY. More than 130 UT Sports Communication students and over 20 UT student-athletes came together for an...
A Night of Inspiration and Impact at the 2025 Great Futures Gala
The 2025 Great Futures Gala was more than an evening of celebration—it was a powerful reminder of why Austin Needs Club Kids, and Club Kids Need You. Throughout the night, guests witnessed the impact of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area firsthand through...
Welcoming Four New Members to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area Board of Directors
At Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA), strong leadership drives meaningful opportunities for the youth we serve. We are thrilled to welcome four new members to our Board of Directors, each bringing unique expertise and a shared commitment to supporting...
Celebrating Hispanic & Latino Heritage Month with Boys & Girls Clubs
Did you know that more than half of Boys & Girls Club (BGC) members in the Austin Area identify as Hispanic or Latino? (2024 Impact Report) ¡Ven a celebrar con nosotros! Come celebrate with us! During Hispanic & Latino Heritage Month, our Club kids explored...
Meet our 2026 Youth of the Year Candidates!
This year, our 2026 candidates have worked tirelessly—developing their voices, honing leadership skills, advocating for their communities, and inspiring their peers. From mentoring younger members to leading community projects and speaking up on issues that matter,...
Building Brighter Futures: Insights from the Boys & Girls Fall Breakfast Club
On Thursday, September 4, 2025, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area hosted our Fall Breakfast Club at the Home Club on the Sheth Family Campus—bringing together community leaders, partners, and advocates who share a commitment to building brighter futures for...
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area Receives $100,000 Community Grant from Taco Bell Foundation to Support Local Youth
The Taco Bell Foundation is awarding a record-breaking $28 million in Community Grants in 2025 – marking the 10th year that Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area has been selected as a grant recipient. Austin, TX , (August 4, 2025) – Boys & Girls Clubs of the...
Next Gen Academy: Future IT in the Making
At Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area, we believe every teen deserves a clear path to success, no matter where they start. That’s why we’ve launched Next Gen Academy, a new workforce development initiative that equips high school students with the skills,...
Think, Learn, Create Change: Teens Driving a Better Tomorrow
From environmental to civic engagement, our members in the Think, Learn, Create Change (TLC) program are learning to turn bold ideas into real-world impact, one project at a time. Over the past seven weeks, teens from Boys & Girls Clubs at Meadowbrook, Navarro,...
Youth Shine at Boys & Girls Clubs’ 2nd Annual Spelling Bee Championship
On Wednesday, July 16, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area hosted its second annual Spelling Bee Championship at the Austin Central Library. Young wordsmiths from Clubs across the city took the stage to demonstrate their dedication, confidence, and growing love...
Basketball Needs Club Kids: A New Court, A New Chapter at Boys & Girls Clubs
This June, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area proudly unveiled the newly renovated outdoor basketball court at the Sheth Family Campus—made possible by the incredible generosity of the Harrison and Brittany Barnes Community Fund. The transformation marks more...
Jamaal Charles & Friends Return for an Unforgettable GameDay
On June 25, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA) welcomed back NFL legend and BGCAA Board Member Jamaal Charles for the 3rd Annual Jamaal & Friends GameDay—a high-energy celebration of sportsmanship, teamwork, and youth empowerment held at our Home...
