BGCD Welcomes New England Free Jacks
DORCHESTER, MA — Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester was pleased to welcome members of the New England Free Jacks, a professional rugby union team in Major League Rugby who stopped by to host a clinic for 25 lucky members. The clinic included background on rugby and how the game is played before moving into drills […]
BGCA Northeast Leadership Conference
BOSTON, MA — Boys & Girls Clubs of America hosted the 2023 Northeast Regional Conference in Boston for more than 400 Club professionals and board volunteers. Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester was honored to participate. Our members were invited as part of the member entertainment, while our President & CEO Bob Scannell welcomed the […]
Summer 2023 Recap
BOSTON, MA — That’s a wrap on BGCD’s Summer of 2023! Our members had an unforgettable Summer at BGCD, filled with so many different fun activities. Members took part in our annual Summer Camp programming, taking part in art, music, gym, and swimming, as well as took some awesome off-site field trips to places like […]
31st Annual Disney for Kids Trip
Now in its 31st year, 100 children and chaperones traveled to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida for an unforgettable week as part of the annual Rodman Disney for Kids Program with BGCD! The program is funded by Rodman for Kids, and the many friends and partners who support their efforts. Rodman for Kids is dedicated to continuing Don Rodman’s […]
Camp Northbound 2023
Our members had an amazing summer at Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester that culminated with an unforgettable week at Camp Northbound in Bridgton, Maine! BGCD is thrilled to share the incredible photos of the fun the kids and staff had as we celebrate our 16th year of Camp Northbound! Many of our members experienced Camp for the first time and made friendships […]
BGCD Hosts Teen Takeover Kickoff with West End House & BGC Boston
DORCHESTER, MA — BGCD was pleased to host the first of five Teen Takeover events this Summer in partnership with the West End House Boys & Girls Club and Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston! The Friday night events will bring teens together from other Clubs to provide an opportunity to engage with their peers […]
BGCD Hosts Night to Shine Inclusion Dance with Martin Richard Challenger Program
BOSTON, MA — BGCD and Martin Richard Foundation teamed up to host the “Night to Shine Dance” for our Challenger Program members! Attendees arrived looking fabulous all dressed up and ready to dance the night away. Our guests showed off their moves on the dance floor, sharing laughs with friends and making special memories together. Thank you […]
Summer Programs & Food
Summer Programs Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester’s summer program is off and running! The Summer Fun Program runs from July 8 – August 9, 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 Up) […]
BGCD Members Take Part in Annual Dorchester Day Parade
DORCHESTER, MA — This past Sunday, members of BGCD took part in the 117th Annual Dorchester Day Parade! BGCD’s Baton Club and Dance Team performed while walking the 3.2 mile Parade route. They worked on special routines for the parade and were beaming with pride to represent the Club and their community. The Parade route starts […]
BGCD Member Deshawn V. Selected as Massachusetts Youth of the Year
Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester is excited to share that our Youth of the Year candidate Deshawn V. has been selected as the Massachusetts Youth of the Year at the statewide event! Deshawn joined 34 outstanding youth leaders from Clubs across the state at the event which was held at Gillette Stadium. Deshawn will […]
