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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · 2d

All eyes on the cards…memory matching is serious business around here! #funwithfriends #youthdevelopment

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · 7d

Since 1938, the Club has been giving Monmouth County kids opportunities to try new things, have fun, and receive support from adults who truly care about them. As out-of-school-time experts, we’re proud to be part of the stories of so many generations! #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · 8d

September went by in a flash! Read our monthly e-newsletter to see what we've been up to! conta.cc/3IgKNtO

#catchingupwiththeclub #enewsletter #youthdevelopment

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · 12d

Our young scientists designed and tested their own bubble wands, exploring shapes, patterns, and what makes the biggest bubbles. Hands-on activities like this turn curiosity into discovery and show kids how much fun science can be! #youthdevelopment #STEM #opportunityishere #greatfuturesstarthere

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · 14d

No surprise here — our Area Director, Destiny Smith, was named a Phenomenal Woman Under 40 by the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore! Loved by staff, Club members, and families alike, Destiny has truly earned this honor. Congratulations, Destiny! #greatfuturesstarthere #leadership #youthdevelopment

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · 21d

#STEM is a big part of the Club experience! Through hands-on activities like this one, members get to build, explore engineering concepts, and bring their ideas to life. These projects spark curiosity, foster problem-solving, and help prepare young people for a future full of possibilities.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Sep 8

School’s out, and afterschool is in! Our 2025–2026 programs kick off today, and it's not too late to register your child. Sign up here: bgcmonmouth.org/join/ #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Sep 4

#ThrowbackThursday to summer days spent reading together at the Club! While our members headed back to school this week, months of academic enrichment, hands-on learning, and literacy activities during camp gave them the tools to start the year strong. Great futures start here! #youthdevelopment

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Sep 2

From academics to mentorship to career prep, the Boys & Girls Club is where kids grow, explore, and thrive. Learn more about our programs and sign up for membership today: bgcmonmouth.org/programs

#GreatFuturesStartHere

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Aug 27

Get ready for an unforgettable night at the Great Futures Gala: Rock the Future on Saturday, Oct. 25 at the Wave Resort in Long Branch. Expect electrifying music, bold entertainment, and an elevated flair that makes this evening unlike any other fundraiser.🤘

Tickets: rockthefuture.givesmart.com

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Aug 26

Check out our August e-newsletter to see what's been happening at the Club this month! Here’s a quick look at the impact you helped make possible: conta.cc/41he2CV

#catchingupwiththeclub #enewsletter #youthdevelopment

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Aug 25

Our Neptune members wrapped up summer camp in style—with a photo shoot they designed themselves! Our young people brought their own personality and vision to every shot, and big thanks to Mr. Jahmere for helping them bring their ideas to life! #summercamp #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Aug 21

Be proud of the work you do and join a team that makes a difference every day. Now hiring a variety of positions throughout the organization. bgcmonmouth.org/about/employ... #begreat #greatfuturesstarthere #hiring

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Aug 19

Reading keeps young minds sharp! Our campers dove into book club this summer by choosing stories they love, sharing them with friends, and building skills that help prevent summer learning loss. #youthdevelopment #summercamp #braingain #greatfuturesstarthere

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Aug 14

From her first day at the Club at the age of 6, Kahmya has shown us what it means to BE GREAT. Now, she’s taking the next big step heading to LSU to study social work! Yesterday, our Club family gave her a surprise sendoff—we can’t wait to see the difference she'll make in the world!

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Aug 12

The Moxie Strategies team brought their A-game (and their big hearts!) to our field day, joining our summer campers for some kickball and non-stop fun. Big thank you to Assemblywomen @donlonpeterpaul.bsky.social for sharing your day with us and making our kids feel like champions!

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Aug 8

After lunch, our Long Branch campers each picked a book to read aloud to Mr. Javon and their friends—proof that sharing a good story makes it even better! #youthdevelopment #summercamp #longbranch #greatfuturesstarthere

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Aug 7

Our campers are ready to take fun to new heights at Sky Zone! #summercamp #funwithfriends

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Aug 6

This is the Great Futures Giving Club.
Simple support. Big impact.
Join us in building something that lasts: www.bgcmonmouth.org/givingclub

#GFGC #GivingClub #SupportYouth #GreatFutures

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Aug 5

Our Asbury Park campers got a powerful lesson in protecting our planet, thanks to Clean Ocean Action’s "Be the Sea Change" presentation. Read more about their inspiring visit! heyor.ca/oE8DdA #youthdevelopment #summercamp #greatfuturesstarthere

Be the Sea Change: Inspiring Environmental Action at Our Asbury Park Unit - Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County

Our Club members recently got a powerful lesson in environmental stewardship thanks to a special visit from Clean Ocean Action. As part of their Be the Sea Change program, students were introduced to ...

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Jul 22

Our campers traveled the globe for "around the world week" at the Long Branch Unit! Each group picked a country to explore & shared fun facts with their fellow campers. Learning about different cultures is always an exciting adventure! #youthdevelopment #longbranch #summercamp #greatfuturesstarthere

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Jul 18

Our teens are in Chicago attending BGCA's National Keystone Conference, where young leaders from all over the country are meeting to soak up new ideas, make meaningful connections, and step into their potential. We couldn't be more proud of their journey to becoming tomorrow’s leaders!

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Jul 17

Boys & Girls Club kids are tomorrow's leaders, innovators, & changemakers. Club kids are resilient, curious, determined young people who will shape the future of our communities & our country. Learn more about our out-of-school-time programming & how to get involved: www.bgcmonmouth.org/programs

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Jul 16

BIG ENERGY from our Long Branch campers! ✨ Our team is excited to create safe, enriching, and FUN experiences for our campers all summer long! #summercamp #youthdevelopment #loveourkids #greatfuturesstarthere #longbranch

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County @bgcmonmouth.bsky.social · Jul 15

The Boys & Girls Club is a place where children feel safe enough to make mistakes—because feeling secure is the first step toward becoming confident and capable. #safespaces #discovery #opportunity #mentorship #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere

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