BGCD Members Score Big with Experience of a Lifetime Thanks to Patriots Foundation & Gatorade
BGCD got the ultimate back to school send off with our friends at the New England Patriots Foundation and Gatorade for the 2nd annual “Get Fit for School” program! Close to 50 teen members were invited for a once in a lifetime opportunity to enjoy the VIP treatment with a front row seat to watch […]
BGCD Welcomes Back TRU Program for Another Teen Workforce Readiness Summer
BGCD is thrilled to welcome back the TRU (Teens Rising Up) program as part of our Summer Workforce Development initiative! This unique opportunity is designed specifically for our youngest participants ages 12-15, giving them a powerful head start on their personal and professional journeys. In collaboration with the City of Boston’s Office of Youth Employment […]
BGCD Hosts Safe Summer Streets Teen Takeover to Kick Off Summer
This past Friday, the energy was electric as BGCD hosted the initial Teen Takeover event in partnership with our friends at the West End House BGC and BGC of Boston. Over 150 teens poured in for an unforgettable NYC-themed celebration that transformed our space into a city that never sleeps. Teens had fun with inflatables, […]
BGCD Closes Out School Year with Annual Awards Night Celebration
To celebrate the end of another incredible school year, BGCD rolled out the red carpet for our Annual Member Recognition Night, proudly themed “Club Choice Awards”! Members and their families joined us for an unforgettable evening filled with celebration and community spirit. It was a special night dedicated to recognizing the amazing young people who […]
BGCD is Ready for Summer!
Summer Programs Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester can’t wait to start our summer programs! The Summer Fun Program runs from July 7 – August 15, from 9:00AM-4:30PM weekdays. (The program is currently full and is not accepting any more registrants, but there is a waitlist.) Our teens take part in our TRU (Teens Rising […]
BGCD Members Take Part in Annual Dorchester Day Parade
This past weekend, BGCD participated in the Annual Dorchester Day Parade! Members of the Dance Team, Baton Team and Keystone Club were joined by Parents and Staff to march the 3.2 mile parade route down Dot Ave. Our members worked on special routines for the parade and were beaming with pride to represent the Club […]
BGCD Celebrates 32nd Annual New England Women’s Leadership Awards
On May 13th, BGCD proudly hosted the 32nd Annual New England Women’s Leadership Awards (NEWLA) — a signature evening celebrating the extraordinary achievements of women who inspire and empower the next generation. This year, we were honored to recognize Lisa Donovan, Kiss 108 Radio Host & Founder of Lisa’s Book Club, Harmoni Turner, Harvard Women’s Basketball standout, USA […]
BGCD Inclusion Rugby Shines in Free Jacks Halftime Scrimmage
On May 4th, BGCD’s Inclusion Rugby Program put on their jerseys and proudly took to the field to take part in an exciting halftime scrimmage game at the Veterans Memorial Stadium. This special moment celebrated the growing partnership between BGCD and the Free Jacks, New England’s professional, 2 time champion rugby team. As part of the […]
BGCD’s Queenette Santos Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester proudly honored Queenette Santos for an incredible 30 years of dedicated service to our organization. Surrounded by her family, colleagues, Club members, and the Harbor Point community, we celebrated a remarkable legacy of compassion, commitment, and unwavering advocacy for our youth and families. Queenette’s tireless efforts have made a […]
Team BGCD Crosses the Finish Line at 2025 Boston Marathon
On April 21st, BGCD had a team of 16 runners who participated in the 129th Boston Marathon! It was a day filled with great camaraderie as family and friends and all the spectators on the course cheered them on from Hopkinton to Copley Square in Boston. Our runners have spent the past six months fundraising […]
