At seven years old, I became a member of my Boys & Girls Club. My Club has played a part in shaping my character and has helped me become the best person I can be by giving me a strong foundation. Joining the Boys & Girls Club at such a young age had a substantial effect on who I would become as a person. The fun programs such as dancing and stepping, helped me overcome my fear of being in front of a crowd, as well as conquer the nervousness that comes with performing.

Later on, in my life as a member, I was entrusted with different tasks, like assisting staff in certain program areas on specific days and helping others with their homework. Being given those responsibilities made me the trustworthy person I am today. As a young teenager, I became the president of my Keystone Club. As president, I organized meetings and service projects so that we could give back to the community.

Without the deep-seated foundation the Boys & Girls Club has given me, I wouldn’t have been able to grow and reach the level of success I have attained today, attending Drexel University this fall after finishing high school in three years. I know without a doubt that the foundation built by the Club is the primary reason I succeed and will continue to prosper.

Kaelah G

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Catch Up with the Club
  • The Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County successfully hosted the second annual Black Family Wellness Expo in Asbury Park, in collaboration with The Links, Incorporated and community partners, to provide vital health resources and support to the Black community.

  • The Boys & Girls Clubs of America originated in 1860 by three women in Hartford, Connecticut, who sought to provide a constructive alternative for boys roaming the streets, marking the birth of a transformative cause.

  • The Boys and Girls Clubs of Monmouth County offers a diverse range of spring break activities, ensuring that club members have a safe, engaging place to go when school is out.