What: In celebration of Everyone Matters Day, Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico is partnering with Mayor Richard J. Berry and the City of Albuquerque to empower our youth to accept others as they are and to embrace themselves as they truly are. This gathering of students and community leaders is a part of a worldwide celebration of individuality affirming that Everyone Matters.
When: Thursday, Feb. 26; 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico, Heights Branch; 3333 Truman Street NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Grants for Good Program Supports Community-based Nonprofits
ALBUQUERQUE, NM, Jan. 15, 2015 — Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico announced today that it has been awarded a New York Life Foundation’s Grants for Good - Individual Grant in the amount of $16,000 to recognize the volunteer service of James P. Baxter. This grant program encourages and supports the volunteer involvement of New York Life employees, agents and retirees in community-based nonprofit organizations.
WHAT: Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico to Dedicate Rio Rancho Facility.
WHEN: Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: 4600 Sundt Road NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
VISUALS: Ceremony coverage. Interviews with Mr. Schumann, kids, Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull, staff and community members. All Club members have signed media waivers.
WHAT: Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico members pick out free pairs of shoes at local Payless stores.
WHEN: Thursday, December 18, 2015 at 5 p.m.
WHERE: Payless ShoeSource – 5011 Montgomery Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM (Near Montgomery & San Mateo)
Payless ShoeSource – 9301 Coors Boulevard NW, Albuquerque, NM (Near Coors & Paseo del Norte)
VISUALS: Interviews with kids, Club staff and Payless ShoeSource staff. Video and photo opportunities of kids trying on shoes. All Club members have signed media waivers.
Since 1952, Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico (BGCCNM) has provided at-risk children, between the ages of 5 and 18, with a safe place to learn and grow. Currently the Club serves over 4000 children in its Albuquerque and Rio Rancho Clubs, providing them with state-of-the-art programing administered by highly trained staff. Club members learn leadership skills, explore career opportunities, and become healthy individuals who are ready to tackle tomorrow’s challenges.
