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Welcome
At Boys & Girls Clubs of St. John’s we are all about kids. We recognize that every young person has the potential to fulfill their hopes and dreams. Our goal is to help them get there. For over 60 years we have been offering a variety of programs and services designed to meet the needs of local children, youth and their families. We give them opportunities to discover, develop and achieve their true potential every day by engaging them in activities that stimulate and challenge their mind, body and spirit.
Operating from two locations Buckmaster’s Circle and H.G.R Mews Centre on Mundy Pond Road, our staff and volunteers act as positive role models and provide a warm environment where children and youth are encouraged to be the best they can be. That’s why Boys & Girls Clubs of St. John’s is so important. We have been a home away from home for young people in St. John’s since 1946. Our caring environment enables over 750 children and youth every year to learn and develop the skills they need for life.
We invite you to explore our website to get a sense of our history, our vision and all the programs and activities that we have developed (and continue to develop) that realize our vision every day.
Michael's Stavanger Dr Donates Arts & Crafts Supplies
The Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's would like to extend a huge thank you to Michael's Stavanger Dr and it's valued customers. For the month of October customers purchased arts and crafts for our busy arts and crafts programs at the Clubs. Michael's was thrilled to present a huge inventory of much needed supplies for our members. Pictured here in front of a sampling of the generous donations is Michael's manager Ed Hanlon and Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's Executive Director, Kelly Sandoval.
We'd like to recognize the following organizations and individuals for their generous contributions to our mission. Without support from our community we would not have the means to make a difference in the lives of the children, youth and families in our community
Kiwanis Club of St. John's -Continue Supporting our Kids
On May 15th, 2011 the Kiwanis Club of St. John's presented $3000 to the Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's. This year's donation will be directed to the Health and Wellness program at the Clubs. The Kiwanis Club of St. John's has been a great supporter of the Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's for many years. Featured here areKelly Sandoval, Executive Director, Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's and Robert Gill (left) and Sigfried Lenser of the Kiwanis Club of St. John's.
Bank of Montreal Staff help out BGC St. John's
On Monday June 13th, 2011, Mr. Jim Fallon, Bank of Montreal's Vice President of Newfoundland and Labrador, presented a cheque for $2000 to Kelly Sandoval. This generous donation was raised through the Bank of Montreal Charitable Fund. The staff raises all of the proceeds and it is distributed to different worthwhile local organizations. The Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's is honoured to be chosen by the Bank of Montreal to receive this funding. Thank you to the staff of BMO!
Scotiabank Gives Back to Community
On Wednesday, May 4th, 2011, four well deserving non-profit organizations were presented with cheques for $500. The funds were raised by the Brighter Futures Committee at Scotiabank- Water St. branch. Recipients included in the presentation were The Autism Society, School Lunch Association, Mental Health Association and The Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's.
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Mundy Pond Unit Gets a Makeover
 As recipients of the Growing Greener Community Grant from The Home Depot Foundation, the Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's Mundy Pond Unit underwent a kitchen makeover featuring a recycling centre and cabinetry made of recycled materials.
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And No Makeover is Complete Without a Fresh Coat of Paint
As part of their Annual Day of Caring initiative, Suncor Energy graciously came to our aid and repainted our kitchen and arts & crafts room making the transformation complete. Featured below are some of the awesome staff who came to help.
United Way Campaign Kickoff 2011
On Friday September 30th The Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's Buckmaster's Circle unit was priveledged to host The United Way Campaign Kick off for 2011. United Way is committed to improve lives and build community by engaging individuals and mobilizing collective action. Corporate sponsors whose employees give to United Way through payroll deductions were just some of the attendees who came to enjoy the kick off bbq. The Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's is just one of many local non profits who benefit from this support. Featured here is Tammy Davis, United Way Executive Director presenting a cheque for $13,000 to Kelly Sandoval, Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's along with Kyle Hennessey, Recreation Coordinator at Boys and Girls Club's Mundy Pond unit and the event's impact speaker.
The Cup Stops Here
The morning of Tuesday, August 20th started like any other day but the children and youth from our Mundy Pond and Buckmaster's Circle Summer Day Camps were about to get the experience of a lifetime for any hockey fan. Before Michael Ryder was scheduled to bring the Stanley Cup to his home town of Bonavista for thousands to see, he made a surprise visit to the Boys and Girls Clubs to say hello. The visit was kept under wraps so the surprise and excitement in the room when Mr. Ryder and the Stanley Cup made their entrance was palpable. Also in attendance were other camps from the community, Camp Sport Explore and Buckmaster's Circle Community Centre. This was a memorable way to end the Summer Day Camp season for everyone!
Astra Zeneca's True Colors
In May, the Boys and Girls Clubs Buckmaster's Circle Unit was delighted to have the wonderful staff of Astra Zeneca come in and paint our Homework room as part of their Community Connection Day. Our young members agree, the Homework room has never looked better. Astra Zeneca is a Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada National Sponsor.
Rotary Club Helps Future Chefs Program
Andrea Stack and Heddy Peddle, members of the Rotary Club of St. John's Northwest, present a cheque to Kelly Sandoval, Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John's. Also pictured are some our "Future Chefs" from the Suncor Buckmaster's Circle Club. The money will be used to fund the very popular Future Chefs program which teaches nutrition, cooking skills and kitchen safety to three age groups (5-9 years; 10-12 years; 13-17 years). The program also explores the culinary arts as a possible career path. Thank you to the Rotary Club of St. John's Northwest for recognizing this wonderful program with their contribution.
A New Club for Buckmasters Circle
The Boys and Girls Club of St. John’s officially opened the Suncor Energy/Buckmaster’s Circle Boys and Girls Club on June 1st 2010. The facility was built thanks in part to significant investments from Suncor Energy and the City of St. John’s.
“When we embarked on this partnership two years ago, we knew this project had great potential,” says Alan Brown, Vice President, East Coast, Suncor Energy. “It’s incredible to see the finished project, and realize the positive impact a facility like this can have on a community. We are very proud to be a part of this outstanding initiative.”
“This fantastic facility which serves the boys and girls of our City is a true testament of the great success of these types of partnerships, says Mayor Dennis O’Keefe. “We congratulate all partners and sponsors of this project and look forward to long lasting relationships with all to ensure our youth are always being considered as they are the future to our communities.”
For the past 15 years, the Boys and Girls Club facility in Buckmaster’s Circle was housed in a much older and far smaller building. Inaccessible for individuals with disabilities, the facility could not accommodate as many children who wanted to attend.
“That’s all changed now”, says Michael Feaver, President of the Boys and Girls Club of St. John’s Board of Directors. “Our new facility is bright and open, and can accommodate all youth who want to be a member. In fact, since the doors opened in March, our membership has jumped 129 percent, including many teenagers, who weren’t joining at our previous facility.”
The new facility also received support from the VOCM Cares Foundation, Sears Canada, the St. John’s Lions Club, Renee Antle-Marquis, as well as joint funding from the provincial and federal governments. It features a computer lab, games room, teen room, dancing studio and craft room, as well as a number of quiet study areas for students.
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