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Celebrate Family. Plan for the Future.

Family means something different to everyone. For some, it’s the people gathered around the dinner table each night. For others, it’s grandparents, neighbors, close friends, or mentors who show up when they’re needed most. At Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties, we’re honored to be an extension of that family for thousands […]
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Date: September 22, 2026
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The Henson Fund Expands Access to Opportunities for Local Youth Through Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties

Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties (BGCSDC) is proud to announce support from The Henson Fund to provide summer camp scholarships and annual Club memberships for youth attending the Roy McBean Boys & Girls Club and the Lee Wetherington Boys & Girls Club. This grant will help empower more children and teens […]
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Date: May 20, 2026
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Celebrating Two of our Own: 2025 Good Hero Recipients

What drives our mission to create great futures is the people behind the scenes, whose dedication to youth and community gives strength to our organization. While recognition was never their motivation, their commitment and passion for helping youth excel is exactly what makes this honor so meaningful and well-deserved. Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota […]
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Date: January 22, 2026
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties Honors Charles and Margery Barancik as 2025 Champions for Children

The annual Champions for Children gala marked a meaningful new chapter for Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties (BGCSDC) on Saturday, November 22, 2025. This signature event was presented by the Annette J. Hagens Memorial Foundation and recognized Charles and Margery Barancik, whose generosity has been instrumental in helping local youth achieve […]
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Date: December 30, 2025
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Celebrating Impact and Inspiring Futures: 2025 Board & Donor Reception 

On September 25, the Lee Wetherington Boys & Girls Club’s Teen Room was filled with connection, gratitude, and pride as board members, donors, and staff came together for the annual Board & Donor Reception. The evening was an opportunity to celebrate the progress we’ve made, reflect on the milestones that shaped this year, and witness […]
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Date: October 21, 2025
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New Malcolm Family Teen Center Opens in Arcadia: A Game-Changer for DeSoto County Teens

A major milestone for youth development in DeSoto County has just been reached. Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties has officially opened the Malcolm Family Teen Center at the Louis and Gloria Flanzer Boys & Girls Club in Arcadia, offering local teens a powerful new resource for academic and career success. The […]
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Date: May 29, 2025
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