BGCD Dance Teams Take the Stage at StepUp2Dance Competition
This past weekend, the Junior & Senior Dance Teams at BGCD had the opportunity to take part in the Step Up 2 Dance Competition held in Melrose! Congratulations to our Junior Dance Team on receiving a 1st Place Award, High Score Award and a Platinum Award, and to our Senior Dance Team on receiving a 2nd Place Award, Double […]
BGCD Rides for Annual Rodman Ride for Kids
Our Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester community showed up in full force for the 36th Annual Rodman Ride for Kids in Foxborough, MA. BGCD was powerfully represented by a dynamic team of 28 riders, including staff, board members, and dedicated friends from The Marr Companies and Boston Financial, who conquered the 25-mile, 50-mile, or […]
BGCD Celebrates the Topping Off of The FieldHouse+
On May 18th, Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester and the Martin Richard Foundation reached a milestone in The FieldHouse+ project. We officially held our Topping Off Ceremony hosted by Lee Kennedy Company, commemorating the placement of the structure’s final steel beam! This tradition signifies more than just structural progress, it represents the incredible collective […]
BGCD Celebrates Audrey T. as MA Youth of the Year Finalist
This past week, Audrey T., our 2026 BGCD Youth of the Year, represented Dorchester with pride at the statewide competition held at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro. Competing against 32 of the most accomplished candidates from other Clubs across Massachusetts, Audrey’s leadership and vision earned her a prestigious spot as one of the four state finalists. […]
BGCD Keystone Teens Take Transformative Service Trip to Dominican Republic with RBTV
https://youtube.com/shorts/llAVzTLZtCc?si=FyeS1KoCDSJ9NgDl This School Vacation Week, 14 incredible teens from BGCD’s Keystone Club embarked on the journey of a lifetime! In a powerful partnership with the Ron Burton Training Village, our members traveled to the Dominican Republic for a high-impact service trip that swapped relaxation for hard work and heart. Working side-by-side with their chaperones in […]
BGCD Hosts Youth of the Year Banquet & Announcing Our 2026 Winner
https://youtube.com/shorts/gvNkmIZE2XA?si=XlpSUJJ2ydDuyTe4 BGCD had the honor of recognizing and celebrating 13 incredible Youth of the Year Finalists at a special dinner with family, friends, and staff who all gathered to share in the excitement. Each of the 13 finalists were introduced by program staff, who highlighted the remarkable contributions and lasting impact they’ve made on our […]
BGCD Steps Up to the Plate with Yawkey Foundation & Good Sports for a $19k Equipment Donation
BGCD was excited to partner with our friends at the Yawkey Foundation and Good Sports for an exciting school vacation week event! Through the resources of the Yawkey Foundation and Good Sports, BGCD was the recipient of over $19K in new Baseball equipment to be utilized for instructional programming! To mark the event, 40+ members […]
BGCD Shares the Love This Valentine’s Day Thanks to Friends Like You
https://youtu.be/fsR8Ru3XMHM?si=yZ12EhY2xz2Aozcd Love was truly in the air at Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester this Valentine’s Day! Our Early Education classes celebrated with friends, exchanged Valentine’s cards, and spread kindness all around. We loved seeing their festive outfits and even sweeter smiles. Our teen members also created Valentine’s Day Gift bags for Senior Citizens residing […]
BGCD Family Engagement Celebrates Lunar New Year with Macy’s
BGCD’s Family Engagement Program partnered with Macy’s to welcome over 100 parents and children for a Lunar New Year celebration filled with culture, creativity, and community! Families enjoyed calligraphy decorations, face painting, traditional dance, and an energetic lion dance performance that brought so much excitement to the space. Thank you to the Culture Empowerment Organization […]
BGCD Challenger Basketball Brings Inclusive Play to the Court
BGCD’s Challenger Basketball program is in full swing this winter, with participants enjoying weekly drills and games every Sunday! The program runs through the end of February and provides an inclusive, supportive environment where youth of all abilities can build skills, confidence and friendships. Each session emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun, creating meaningful experiences both […]
