In an age where the ?latch key kid? is so common, the Westside Boys and Girls Club offers a safe environment for children to learn and grow after school with adult supervision. The organization, which is celebrating its Centennial Anniversary this year, has a mission dedicated to promoting and enhancing child development. Through participation in their programs and use of their services, their goal is to instill in every boy and girl a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence. The night?s proceeds went towards purchasing equipment, expanding programs and updating the facilities of the local Westside Boys and Girls Club.
Arron Yohe-Mellor, a successful film and television editor, was not only an attendee for the evening, but also living proof that the program has positive influences on its participants. ?It?s so great to see the community come out to support this local charity. I grew up playing basketball at the Boys and Girls Club and its feels really good to come out tonight and give back to the organization that helped me become who I am today.?
You can find out more about volunteering with or making charitable donations to the Westside Boys and Girls Club at www.bgca.org.