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The Clarence Fraim Boys & Girls Club was filled with energy, competition, and powerful conversations as teens, staff, volunteers, and community partners gathered for the third annual Shoot Hoops, Not Guns event. This year's event built on the vision of 2025 Youth of the Year Brandon Rogers, who launched the initiative in 2024 with a goal of bringing young people together through basketball while promoting positive decision-making and violence prevention. Each year, longtime B

“I am somebody. I matter. I will make today count. I am ready to learn. I am ready to succeed.” These are just a few of the affirmations echoed throughout the Oak Orchard Club each morning during Summer Fun Club. While the words may be simple, their impact is powerful. “It helps them start the day off right,” says Bobbi Mooers, Oak Orchard Club Director. Each morning, Club members gather in the gym for announcements and to prepare for the day ahead. As part of the routine, se

Adasia Hawkins, recipient of the 2021 George Krupanski Jr. Delaware Youth of the Year Award, has not slowed down since taking home the coveted Eagle trophy. An early graduate of Delaware State University and aspiring attorney, Adasia continues to embody the leadership, determination, and service that define a Youth of the Year. Adasia first joined the Greater Dover Boys & Girls Club at age 12. Over the years, she immersed herself in Club life, participating in programs, volun

Congratulations are in order for Julia B. from our Claymont Boys & Girls Club, who has earned first place in her category in the Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Art Contest for her inspiring piece, “The Power of Us.” Julia’s artwork is a powerful visual reminder of the beauty in the strength we find in unity. Her piece features hands of different skin tones encircling the globe. Through her art, Julia captures a message that resonates across communities and cultures. “

Something special is growing at the Seaford Boys & Girls Club and that's our very own garden and farm! Maintained by Seaford's Agriculture Head Taylor Trent, the farm has become an essential part of the Club as a hands-on classroom for our members to connect with gardening, nutrition and nature. In just 6 months since joining the Club last fall, Taylor has shaped the farm into a vibrant, evolving space that supports both healthy meals and meaningful youth development skills.

A few weeks ago, I was in a room full of people who had just met some of the most impressive young people in Delaware. Our annual Youth of the Year Gala brought together hundreds of guests, community leaders, families and supporters to celebrate the finalists of our statewide Youth of the Year program. One by one, these young people took the stage. They were poised, thoughtful and clear. They spoke about their communities with genuine care and about their futures with real co

Rashid Flonnory, a member H. Fletcher Brown Boys & Girls Club, has been named the 2026 George Krupanski Jr. Delaware Youth of the Year.

“It’s definitely not one size fits all, but what excites me the most is figuring out what works best for each kid”.

What used to be a simple garage at the Clarence Fraim Boys & Girls Club has officially transformed into a modern fitness center designed to strengthen both bodies and community connection. On March 4, Club members, community supporters and local officials gathered to cut the ribbon on the newly renovated Fraim Fitness Center for a soft-opening. The new facility will support teens in the club’s Stay Real Program where they build discipline, confidence, and lifelong healthy hab