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Welcome to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley Media Room! Boys & Girls Clubs empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible members of the community.
With 30+ Clubs across the Valley, BGCAZ positively impacts 20,000+ youth and teens every year through four key areas: Academic Success, Character & Leadership, Health & Well-Being, and Life & Workforce Readiness.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley proudly announces that Aurora A., a teen leader from the Chandler Compadres Branch, has been named Arizona State Youth of the Year, the highest honor awarded to a Boys & Girls Club member at the state level. Aurora was recognized for her leadership, academic achievement, service, and commitment to a healthy lifestyle, and will now represent Arizona in the regional Youth of the Year competition.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley (BGCAZ) youth will benefit from a new national partnership between USA Pickleball and Boys & Girls Clubs of America that will expand access to pickleball programming nationwide. Launching in Arizona, the initiative will provide starter kits, equipment, and training resources to all 75 Clubs across the state, reaching more than 50,000 young people with opportunities to play, connect, and build confidence through sport.
We’re excited to share an important update with our Grant Woods and Mesa Arts Academy families. The Grant Woods Branch will be temporarily closed for the summer as we prepare for a major renovation. This transformation will bring exciting
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley (BGCAZ) honored Arizona business leader and philanthropist Robert Shippy, president of Rolling Plains Construction, at its annual Today’s Kids, Tomorrow’s Stars (Stars) Gala on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa. A longtime champion of youth and families, Shippy was honored for his unwavering commitment to expanding opportunity for young people across Arizona.
Cox Mobile has announced the 22 finalists from across the U.S. in its second annual Phone Case Design Contest, held in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Mabelyn from BGCAZ has been selected as one of the 22 nationwide finalists in this year’s contest.
