The Great Futures Gala marks the end of an era for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis. Learn more about this impactful event.
As we celebrate our future leaders, we honor retiring President Dr. Flint Fowler
Don’t miss the 30th Annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) Great Futures Gala on Thursday, October 24, 2024, under the Big Top, 3401 Washington Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63103 at 6 p.m. The Great Futures Gala benefits Boys & Girls Club programming and is the organization’s largest fundraiser, highlighting the signature Youth of the Year (YOY) program. Youth of the Year is the highest achievement a Club member can accomplish.
This year is particularly heartwarming as we pay homage to retiring Boys & Girls Club President Dr. Flint Fowler. For the past 29 years, Dr. Fowler has fulfilled the mission of doing whatever it takes to build great futures. He grew the organization from one site to eleven locations and merged with two successful programs, Mentor St. Louis and the St. Louis Internship Program. His dedication and hard work, which have been an inspiration to us all, are a testament to his passion and commitment to youth development.
The Road to the Youth of the Year began in September. Youth of the Year candidates must meet several requirements, including a 2.0 grade point average, consistent two-year BGCSTL Club membership; exemplify leadership qualities, and receive a Club leader nomination.
A distinguished panel of three judges announced the four finalists attending the Great Futures Gala. The YOY winner, announced at the Gala, captures a $5,000 scholarship, dinner, and a vehicle thanks to Frank Leta Automotive. We can proudly say, thanks to Frank Leta Automotive, BGCSTL is the only Club in the movement whose YOY prize includes a car!
The runner-ups, first, second, and third place, receive scholarships of $2,500, $1,000, and $500 respectively. In the past, the Gala has raised an impressive $660,000 for Club kids and teens, making a significant impact on our community. Your support and media coverage of this event makes a difference in the lives of our youth.
WHEN: Thursday, October 24, 2023 @ 6 p.m.
WHERE: The Big Top, 8401 Washington Ave. St. Louis, Mo. 63103
The media is encouraged to capture first-hand the impact of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis. As mentioned, your coverage is vital in spreading the message of our mission and the inspiring stories of our youth.
BGCSTL President Dr. Flint Fowler is available for pre-and on-site interviews and we look forward to your support in sharing our mission with the wider community.
For more information, please call Deneen Busby, VP of marketing & communications at 314-680-7998.
*Photos to support the press release are attached.*
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The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. BGCSTL provides after-school, teen, sports, and summer programs to youth across the Bi-State Region while also providing a safe place for them to learn and grow. The Clubs serve youth across the region at twelve locations, including (Adams Park Club, Bentwood Townhomes Bethalto Club, Hazelwood Elementary School Club, Herbert Hoover Club, Mathews-Dickey Club, and the Teen Center of Excellence). We also operate Mentor St. Louis and the St. Louis Internship Program.–
Join us for our premiere event of the year, the Great Futures Gala! Visit bgcstl.org for sponsorship or ticket information.
Contact: Deneen Busby
deneen@bgcstl.org or 314-680-7998
Keywords: Boys & Girls Clubs, Greater St. Louis, Great Futures Gala, 30th annual, end of an era
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