Blog: In the Bluelight
Your inside look at the stories, updates, and impact shaping Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area.
2025 Youth of the Year Celebration!
The 2025 Youth of the Year & Junior Youth of the Year Celebration, held on February 12 at BGCAA’s Home Club campus, honored twelve outstanding young leaders who have shown exceptional dedication to their academics, leadership, and community service. These...
Introducing the 2025 Youth of the Year Candidates
Since 1947, Youth of the Year (YOY) has been Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier leadership program, celebrating the achievements of outstanding Club teens. To enhance this legacy, BGCA helps candidates develop essential leadership skills in self-awareness,...
WWE Wrestlers Inspire the Next Generation at Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin ares was thrilled to welcome WWE superstars Carmelo Hayes and Michin to the Home Club during National Mentorship Month, . Their visit was a moment of inspiration and empowerment for our youth, showcasing the importance of chasing...
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area Celebrate Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Eight New Clubs in Manor ISD
On Monday, January 6th, 2025 Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA) and Manor ISD celebrated the official opening and expansion of Boys & Girls Clubs at all eight Manor ISD elementary schools. This partnership represents a significant step forward in...
Welcoming Sabrina Gilman to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area Board of Directors
We are thrilled to announce Sabrina Gilman as the newest member of our Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA) Board of Directors! Sabrina joins us from Emerson, where she is a Vice President and General Counsel + Global Legal Business Leader. Sabrina brings...
Holiday Cheer Delivered: American Campus Communities Donates Nearly 2,800 Gifts to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area Youth
AUSTIN, TEXAS — From baby dolls and Squishmallows to trendy Stanley Cups, thousands of Austin-area youth are finding just what they wished for under the Christmas tree this holiday season, thanks to the generous "elves" at American Campus Communities (ACC). As Boys...
American Constructors presents $110,000 check to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area
AUSTIN, TEXAS – December 11, 2024 – American Constructors proudly presented a $110,000 check to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA) during a special ceremony at the Home Club on the Sheth Family Campus. The funds, raised through their 12th Annual Clay...
Longhorn GREATDAY: Building Connections and Inspiring Futures at Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area
During the last week of October, the University of Texas at Austin student-athletes visited Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area Home Club for the 2nd annual Longhorn GREATDAY. This special event created an inspiring and vibrant experience for nearly 100 Club...
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area Youth Receive VIP Experience at Formula 1 US Grand Prix
AUSTIN, TEXAS — Over 20 youth of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA) were treated to an unforgettable VIP experience to kick off the Formula 1 weekend at Circuit of the Americas (COTA). On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Lenovo, in collaboration with F1,...
Announcing Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area Chief Marketing & Communications Officer Clarissa Davila
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA) is excited to announce that Clarissa Davila has joined the team as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer. With over 15 years of experience in education and communications, Clarissa brings a wealth of...
BGCAA Celebrates Advancement of CARES Resolution in Travis County
BGCAA proudly joined our partners from the Affordable Childcare NOW Coalition at the Travis County Commissioner's Court hearing on Aug. 13th when the court unanimously voted to advance the CARES Resolution to a ballot initiative this November! This means that Travis...
Meet BGCAA’s Newest Board Members!
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area is thrilled to welcome four amazing new members to our Board of Directors, two of whom are returning to the Board after already serving our organization in the past. We invite you to learn more about each of them! Brian...
