What is Club Blue®?
Club Blue represents Atlanta’s young professional community leaders connecting to make a difference in a child’s life. Established in 2007, Club Blue hosts events and service activities in the Atlanta community to raise resources and encourage young professionals to become involved through leadership, volunteerism and advocacy for Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta (BGCMA).
Join Club Blue® Today!
If you are active, passionate and over the age of 21, we invite you to join Club Blue®. Membership has its privileges, check them out today.
Upcoming Club Blue Events
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2nd Annual Blue Jean Gala!
Join us for the Club Blue fundraiser of the year- Blue Jean Gala! This isn’t your average black tie gala! For more information click here.
Club Blue Day in the Club Volunteer Experience
Join Club Blue members at the Warren/Holyfield Club every 6 weeks to volunteer with BGCMA members. When you walk through the doors of the Club, you will see first-hand the endless possibilities that the Club gives to the members. Who knows, you might get a chance to draw a self-portrait in the art studio, competing in an obstacle course challenge or trivia game in the learning center. Sign-up today!
Meet Club Blue’s 2012 Advisory Board
Chair: Jill Shotzberger, McKesson•I first connected with Club Blue because it provided hands on opportunities for community involvement and the chance to work with like-minded young professionals who are all committed to supporting the important mission of promoting the personal growth and development for the Atlanta youth who need us most.
•Favorite Childhood book- “The Velveteen Rabbit”
Vice-Chair: P.J. Zonsius, Gas South
• Club Blue has given me the ability to develop leadership skills outside the workplace and directly impact kids’ lives. It is a great organization that connects people for all the right reasons.
•Your favorite childhood book- “PJ Funny Bunny”
Members:
Jo Lee
Balentine
• I joined Club Blue because I loved the combination of networking and giving back; from social and networking events with like-minded peers to volunteer days in the club, there is something for everyone. That being said, my favorite part of being in Club Blue is seeing Atlanta's youth thrive in the safe and encouraging environment of Boys and Girls Club; what these kids can accomplish through the Boys and Girls Club is truly amazing!
• Favorite childhood book- "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn"
Ryan Costigan
Georgia Restaurant Association
• I was looking to get involved and help the youth here in Atlanta. I was invited to attend the Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year Awards in November. No one needed to say anymore – the impact BGCA and Club Blue has on these kids’ lives is phenomenal.
• Favorite childhood book – “The Story of Ferdinand/Where the Wild Things Are”
Andrea Haley
The Home Depot
• Club blue gives me the opportunity to give back to my community and meet incredible young professionals who share the same passion about making a difference in a child’s life.
• Favorite childhood book- “Where the Sidewalk Ends”
Stephen Perry
Capgemini
• This is a great opportunity to make an impact on the lives of youths in our local community and interact with young professionals who will be the leaders of tomorrow.
• Favorite Childhood Book – “Where the Wild Things Are”
Connie Phillips
McKesson
• I was looking for a way to get involved in the community and Club Blue was the perfect answer. It’s a great way to raise money for a good cause while meeting great people at the same time.
• Favorite childhood book- “PJ Funnybunny: It’s Not Easy Being a Bunny”
Johnny Schumacher
Payscape Advisors
• I got involved with Club Blue because I wanted to meet young professionals that shared the same interests, and I wanted to make an impact with an organization that is changing lives daily.
• Favorite childhood book- The Berenstain Bears collection.
Jori Victor
AT&T
• IT's AN AMAZING WAY TO HAVE FUN, NETWORK, and lead change in our community.
• Favorite Childhood Book- “Green Eggs and Ham / Good Night Moon”
Doug Schuette
Lord Aeck and Sargent Architecture
• I joined Club Blue to make a difference in the lives of BGCMA Club Kids and to connect with other young professionals involved in the community.
• Favorite childhood book- “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”
Be a Club Blue® Leader Today
Club Blue relies on committed volunteers to organize and plan events, staff service activities and be our advocates in the community spreading the word about Club Blue® and BGCMA. We offer the opportunities and give you the resources and support to make an impact. Contact us today at clubblue@bgcma.org.
