CONNECT
CONNECT
CONNECT members are committed ambassadors for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley. They contribute their energy, connections, and passion, by raising funds, providing Clubs with resources, and promoting community awareness.
1. About CONNECT
Ensuring Opportunities for Kids in Need. As a volunteer group for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley, CONNECT is committed to providing support to the BGCAZ and the thousands of kids they serve. CONNECT is responsible for coordinating fundraising activities and helping improve the lives of our community's kids.
If you are interested in joining this incredible group of volunteers, please contact us.
2. Connect Members
Travis Anglin • President
David Casanova • Member at Large
Austin Pahnke • Member at Large
Sam Fowler • Staff Liaison
Jill Johnson • Staff Liaison
Lauren Wissmann • Staff Liaison
2022 Members
- Travis Anglin
- Melissa Barry
- Rachael Bertrandt-Crump
- Brett Callahan
- David Casanova
- Julie DeTienne
- Mike Diamond
- Amy Efird
- Jordan Freeman
- Bradley Johnson
- Kristina Keating
- Chelsey Krisay
- Sarah Lambert
- Andrew Leger
- Holly Linder
- Corey Nelson
- Stevie Ortega
- Austin Pahnke
- Mary Papenhausen
- Drew Sampson
- Terry Switz
- Cheyenne Walsh
3. Accreditation
Charity Navigator is America's premier independent charity evaluator. They help charitable givers make intelligent giving decisions by providing in-depth, objective ratings and analysis of the financial health and accountability and transparency of America's largest charities.
We are proud to have earned a "Four-Star Rated Charity", the highest rating an organization can receive. This rating is described as "Exceeds industry standards and outperforms most charities in its Cause."
GuideStar has awarded Boys & Girls Clubs fo the Valley with a "Platinum Transparency" for 2023.
MISSION
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley empowers young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible members of the community.
VISION
To be the premier out-of-school-time provider and leading voice for youth development in Arizona, ensuring youth and teens have the skills and resilience to successfully navigate childhood and prepare for adulthood.
