by Rory Dobbins | Sep 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
[Polk County, FL], (September 16, 2026) – Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County is proud to announce it has been selected as a recipient of a 2026 Community Grant from the Taco Bell Foundation. The funding will support the Workforce Readiness Program, helping youth in... 
by Rory Dobbins | Jul 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
Strong leadership helps build strong Clubs. With a $6,000 Empower Polk grant from the GiveWell Community Foundation, Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County completed a leadership development project for Vice President of Development Ashley Ray. The project included... 
by Rory Dobbins | Jun 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
We recently gathered to celebrate a remarkable group of young people who successfully completed our Workforce Readiness Program. While the event marked the end of this year’s program, it also recognized the growth, accomplishments, and experiences participants... by Rory Dobbins | Mar 31, 2026 | Uncategorized
Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County hereby provides public notice of its intent to submit an application for funding through the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grant program. If awarded, this grant would fund a FREE afterschool and... by Rory Dobbins | Feb 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Youth from across Polk County are invited to cast a line and enjoy a day of outdoor fun at the Reel Leaders Youth Fishing Tournament on Saturday, March 28th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Hosted at the George Jenkins Memorial Club, this exciting event is open to all... by Ashley Ray | Jan 29, 2026 | Uncategorized
Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County Named 2025 Advocate for Youth by Boys & Girls Clubs of America We’re proud to share that Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County has been named a 2025 Advocate for Youth by the Office of Government Relations at Boys & Girls Clubs of... 
by Rory Dobbins | Jan 28, 2026 | Uncategorized
January is National Mentoring Month, a time to celebrate the relationships that help young people grow with confidence and direction. At Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County, mentorship often takes shape through everyday conversations—intentional moments that build... 
by Rory Dobbins | Jan 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
Each year, we celebrate the exceptional youth that we serve with our Youth of the Year ceremony, sponsored by Publix Charities. Boys & Girls Clubs across the nation select outstanding individuals to represent their clubs, and each nominee presents before a panel... by Rory Dobbins | Dec 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
Opening Doors to Real-World Opportunity in Mulberry Every day after school, kids across Polk County walk through our doors to find more than just a safe place. They find mentors, meals, homework help, and now, a path to their future careers. This December, we proudly... 
by Rory Dobbins | Dec 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
Built for a generation eager to learn by doing, the Brian Lamar Brady Workforce Readiness Center officially opened Tuesday, bringing hands-on workforce training to Mulberry. The new Center joins the Wogan S. Badcock, Jr. Boys & Girls Club and the Boys & Girls...