Congratulations to 2021 Joseph Dulin Staff of the Year Renee Hickman
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is proud to present the 2021 Joseph Dulin Staff of the Year award to Renee Hickman, Director of the Georgetown Boys & Girls Club. Renee has been with the Boys & Girls Clubs for over 20 years, and is a living example of our mission. With a kind […]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware Youth Advocates
When it comes to making a difference, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware Youth Advocacy Team knows how to make things happen. Over the course of six months, this awe-inspiring group of young people were able to engage state and local lawmakers on the issues that mattered most to them, raising awareness and taking [...]Meet Mary Kate Sharp
As a child, Mary Kate attended the Brandywine Springs Boys & Girls Clubs school site. She has fond memories of field trips to the aquarium, participating in theatre productions and making arts and crafts. “My parents had to drag me out the door each day because I didn’t want to leave” she says. Participating in […]
Three Important Things to Consider when Looking at Your Childcare Options
Finding the best childcare facility for your needs can be an overwhelming process. Kids deserve a place where they can learn and have fun while providing you with peace of mind. To help, we’ve created the top three things to consider when looking for the right program for your child! SAFETY Children learn […]
Congratulation to our 2021 Delaware Youth of the Year Adasia Hawkins!
Selected among nine outstanding youth representing Boys & Girls Clubs’ throughout the state, Adasia Hawkins has been named the George Krupanski Youth of the Year for the state of Delaware. The Youth of the Year title is a prestigious honor bestowed upon an exemplary young person in recognition of leadership, service, academic excellence and dedication […]
The Smyrna-Clayton Boys & Girls Club has been busy being Great this Spring
We have been really busy at the Club this spring and our Club kids are proud to showcase some of the great programs they have participated in. Check it out! Galaga Build Club kids were given a challenge. They were given 2 hours to put together the Galaga Galaxian Arcade. They got it done in [...]Dagsboro Boys & Girls Club Breaks Ground
On Tuesday, April 30th, the Dagsboro Boys & Girls Club held a ceremonial groundbreaking for their upcoming expansion project. “It has been a dream of the Dagsboro Club to grow its footprint,” said Unit Director Betty Harmon. “Being able to serve more kids and teens from our community is our ultimate goal and this new […]
Community Giving at it’s Best – Volunteer Impact
On Thursday May 2nd and Friday May 3rd, more than 150 volunteers came together to build a playground for the Greater Dover Boys & Girls Club. What began as a Let’s Play Community Construction Grant award, turned in to so much more for this Greater Dover Club and community. In a coordinated effort to [...]Tair R., the Impact is Real – Club Impact
Meet Tair, Greater Milford Boys & Girls Club's Youth of the Year. Honored as the Greater Milford Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year, Tair recently competed in the State Youth of the Year competition. Part of the qualifying round required Tair to write and deliver a speech, submit to an interview in front [...]A Sit-Down with Steve Torpey, Owner of Stanley’s Tavern – Event Impact
A Sit-down with Steve Torpey, Owner of Stanley’s Tavern Wilmington native and owner of Stanley’s Tavern, Steve Torpey, isn’t just another restaurateur. Steve, and Stanley’s Tavern, are deeply rooted in the tradition of serving their community – a practice that has led to improving the lives of thousands of children around greater Wilmington. Born and […]