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Why: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley consistently delivers measurable results. They’ve figured out how to maximize our time, talent, and treasure to the benefit of the youth in our community.

Why: A career in education gives you a unique perspective of a child’s potential. I serve because I know that with the right environment, every child can thrive, and I want to use my lifetime of expertise to build that environment for children outside of school walls. 

Why: I am passionate about Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley because I feel that we help change our kids’ lives and we do so in a financially responsible way. Boys & Girls Clubs help create successful and productive citizens, which has a tremendous benefit on our community.

WHY: I am committed to helping the youth in our community reach their full potential and develop life skills to build great futures.

Why: The Boys & Girls Club played a foundational role in my upbringing. I joined the Arlington, Texas branch around age eight. The experience helped me develop confidence, learn etiquette, and start preparing for college. I even won the coveted “Youth of the Year” award.

I am thankful for the opportunity to participate on the board of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley and give back to an organization that played a significant role in molding me into the adult I am today.

As an alumna of the organization, I understand the strong impact it has on families and communities. It provides a safe space for youth to explore opportunities, build character and become great human beings and outstanding citizens.

Why: The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley, which is to enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens, truly resonates with me and what I believe. To be able to give back and be a part of such a great organization is incredibly rewarding.

Why: Now more than ever, children need a safe place to learn, play, and thrive. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley kids are surrounded with tools to enrich their lives academically, socially, and mentally. They graduate from the “blue doors” with confidence knowing they can and will be our future’s leaders.

Why: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley fills so many of our kids needs in a safe, structured, and positive environment. I have been involved with BGCTNV for many years and have seen firsthand what a tremendous difference it can and does make in a child’s life.

WHY: Boys & Girls Club provides excellent, holistic resources to help our community’s kids reach their full potential, successfully navigate today’s challenges, and overcome tomorrow’s obstacles. There is no better way to elevate the future of our community than to invest in our children.

Why: Growing up in upper East Tennessee, I experienced firsthand, as a young boy, the powerful, positive impact that Boys & Girls Club has on youth lives. Today, as a father of two young children, I’m honored and privileged to have the opportunity to assist this great organization continue to make a difference and invest in the lives of the young people of the Tennessee Valley.

WHY: My “Why” for joining Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is a full-circle moment in my life. I participated in Boys & Girls Club growing up in Houston, TX, and it served as one of the foundational layers of my life. Growing up, it was not always clear to me that I mattered or that I could have “success” beyond my surroundings. Our youth, now more than ever, need their own “individual boards of directors” who are coaching, advocating, advising, and helping to hold them accountable for realizing the incredible potential they each can reach. I hope that my role on the board will allow me to help the Club have a meaningful and lasting impact on the youth who come through their doors each and every day.

Why: Although I did not grow up in Boys & Girls Club, having coaches, teachers and others in the community take interest in my success changed my life. Every child deserves an equal chance and Boys & Girls Club does an outstanding job filling that role. It goes without saying that they do this in a caring, safe environment that that is highly capable. I am honored to be able to serve and give back through this role.

Why: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley provide opportunities for kids in our community to reach their full potential in a positive, nurturing environment.

Why: I want all of our children to have everything they need to reach their potential. To become everything they can be.
Boys & Girls Clubs enable kids to grow and thrive in a safe, caring, and constructive environment.

The impact of the Clubs on our children’s and young people’s lives is measurable and contributes to successful, productive members of our communities. It is truly an honor to be part of their journeys.

Why: In my estimation, there is no greater responsibility than modeling, mentoring, guiding, and positively influencing the next generation of societal leaders. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is a pivotal vehicle for equipping and elevating our community’s youth to new heights. The privilege of serving on Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley Corporate Board of Directors provides me an opportunity to invest my time, energy, and talents into our most precious resource: our children.

Why: Now more than ever our community needs kids with character, confidence, and skills – as those kids will soon be our community’s teachers, bankers, laborers, managers, and business owners.  Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is best positioned to make an impact on our community one kid at a time and I am proud to be a part of this process.

Why: I believe that every child needs someone in their life who truly cares about them and serves as a positive role model. The staff at Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley do that for our members every day and have a profound impact on their lives.

Why: The work of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is critical in our community. We strive to enhance learning and minimize food insecurity, while developing character and self-confidence amongst our members.

Why: After attending the Gift of Hope breakfast in 2023, my eyes were opened to the great work Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is doing in our region. I knew I wanted to be a part of this organization in any way where I could be of service. Prior to joining the Board, I toured several of the Clubs and found an opportunity to volunteer at Lonsdale organizing soccer games once a week. I have been thoroughly impressed with the program there, and I see firsthand how the Club has impacted the character and development of these wonderful members. The work of the Club is having a truly generational impact, and I want to serve the staff, facilities, and programming any way I can.

Why: After having many positive role models in my life, I look to provide the same level of mentorship for the next generation of passionate young people. I strongly believe in the mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley and will do everything I can to further advance this mission.

Why: I believe that every child needs an opportunity to access the resources within their community no matter their race, ethnicity, culture, religious upbringing, or socioeconomic situation. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley offers several opportunities for children to develop spiritually, emotionally, physically, mentally, and financially.

Why: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley offers a safe haven for our area’s children. They get nutrition, academic assistance, and positive socialization. If they attend the Clubs regularly, they will not show up in my Court.

Why: There is this common misconception the Boys & Girls Clubs is just a safe place for kids after school. In reality, the organization is developing the next generation of leaders. This is especially evident in programs such as YouthForce, Keystone, and My.Future.

Why: As an educator and leader in our school district, the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley matters to me because EVERY student should have EVERY opportunity to reach their personal and full potential as “productive, caring, and responsible citizens” in our community.

Why: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is critical to helping develop our area’s children into productive, purposeful members of our community. When our area’s children are successful, it means a bright future for the Tennessee Valley!

Why: Our future is our children. We need to do all we can to help them succeed.

Why: It is truly a blessing to support the efforts of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley in the mission of enabling all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. I believe every young person needs and deserves a safe and reliable environment with positive influencers to succeed. It takes a village and I am committed to do my part.I joined the board in order to help the kids. Together, I believe we can brighten the future for the youth in our community.

Why: I am especially interested in becoming involved with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to assist with the mission of expanding support programs that benefit youth and families across our region. By ensuring youth in our communities receive every opportunity and are given the tools to meet their full potential, we can create meaningful opportunities for young people to grow and succeed for the betterment of the entire Tennessee Valley.

WHY: I decided to serve on the Board because I believe every child deserves access to opportunity, mentorship, and a safe space to grow. This organization plays a vital role in shaping the next generation, and I’m honored to contribute my time and experience to support its mission and impact in our community.

Why: I attended the “Gift of Hope” fundraising breakfast at the BGCTNV Club in 2022 and was impressed by the services that we have available for our children in this community. The employees at the Club are so professional, talented, and caring. At the breakfast, I was able to see first-hand the capabilities of the children at the Club as they presented and performed for the attendees. You can feel the energy and good vibes when you walk in the door. In a world of so many uncertainties, this is the one place that offers an environment where a child can grow to be their best self and transform to a caring and productive young adult. I am honored to contribute and be part of the team!