Making the Promise and Changing Lives
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta kicks off its annual campaign with a goal of $3.2 milMay 19, 2008
ATLANTA (May 19, 2008) – Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta (BGCMA) kicks off its annual campaign to Make the Promise to over 17,000 local youth.
Each day, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta opens its doors to provide a positive place for youth – a place that provides hope, opportunity, and most importantly, promise. The promise that a caring adult will be there to offer guidance and a nurturing environment, and that boys and girls will given the tools they need to become successful and productive citizens.
The Make the Promise campaign will kickoff on Thursday, May 22 at 3:00pm with a celebration at Brookhaven Boys & Girls Club. Special guests will include Georgia native and former Boys & Girls Club member, J. Barry Griswell, who will deliver the keynote address. Griswell is the Chairman and CEO of The Principal Financial Group based in Des Moines, Iowa.
Co-Chairs Armin Brecher and Glen Jackson are spearheading the campaign to raise $3.2 million which will benefit the organization’s operations, programs, and improvement efforts.
“Our donors can be assured that their contribution will have a lasting impact on a young boy or girl. They are helping to create a brighter future for these kids and are empowering them to fulfill their promise," said Brecher.
In addition to the keynote address delivered by Griswell, the kick-off event will offer tours of the Brookhaven facility, plus a panel discussion featuring boys and girls who will share their positive experiences as Club members.
Visit our Make the Promise Page to find out more.
ABOUT BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF METRO ATLANTA
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta operates 24 Clubs in 12 metro counties in addition to Camp Kiwanis and Youth Art Connection, a gallery and workspace for young artists. A trained and professional staff serves more than 17,000 youth annually by offering specialized programming and a safe haven for at-risk and underprivileged children and teens. Memberships cost only $35 per school year but scholarships are available for those who need assistance. For more information, please visit www.bgcma.org.
