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Whooooooo-eeeee it's a hot one out there! Fortunately, our Club members and staff are absolute pros at finding ways to beat the heat and still have loads of fun! At the Southside, staff broke out the inflatable water slide/obstacle course and the slip 'n slide. For anyone who didn't want to get wet but still play outside, Ms. Rebeccah, the Art Room Supervisor, prepared some chalk paint for kids to create their own sidewalk masterpieces. Ms. Rebeccah has also been teaching the

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lansing's Youth of the Month program is generously sponsored by Case Credit Union. Southside - Emmanuel Northside - Yusra Westside - My'eria Mr. John, the Westside Lead Supervisor, had some glowing things to say about My'eria: This month's Youth of the Month is My'eria! Throughout the month, she has continued to show what it means to be a positive role model at the West Side Club. Every day, she takes the responsibility of walking her younger brother

What a day. On Friday, May 29th, our golf course at Forest Akers West was full of friends, longtime supporters, and a whole lot of laughter, all in the name of our kids. By the end of the afternoon, we had raised over $55,000 for our Club. That number still gives me chills, because every dollar of it means more meals, more mentors, and more chances for our kids to discover what they're capable of. This year we tried something new, and it ended up being the heart of the whole

After a very busy end of the school year with high school graduations, award nights, and the annual "Scramble for Youth" Golf Outing, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lansing is ready for an awesome summer! 2026 Graduates AND Youth of the Years: (L to R) Perion, 2026 Youth of the Year; Zanyah, 2025 Youth of the Year; and Larry aka Spank, 2024 Youth of the Year Last Friday, staff from all sites came together at the Mooney Center for summer orientation and training. It was very exciti

LANSING, MI — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lansing is proud to announce that President & CEO Joseph Yang has been named CEO of the Year by the Michigan Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs. The award was presented at the Michigan Alliance Meeting in April, recognizing Yang's outstanding contributions to the Boys & Girls Clubs Movement across the state. In just two years as President & CEO, Yang has led a period of remarkable growth and impact for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lansing. Mos

Every year, youth from Boys & Girls Clubs all over Michigan gather together to compete for the honor of being named the State Youth of the Year and progressing to the Regional competition. These youth are the best of the best, representing their Clubs with great pride and passion. This year, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lansing held an internal competition and selected Perion, a senior at Everett High School, as our 2026 Youth of the Year with Amber and Imani accompanying her as

The BGCL Keystone Club with Shannon and Paul from Lorann Oils It all started when Paul Bajorek, the President of Lorann Oils, attended last year's "A Night to Remember" fall fundraiser and decided that he wanted to get his company involved with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lansing. Lorann Oils is a Lansing-based, family-owned business that produces and distributes flavorings for baking and candy-making. After we heard from Paul, we immediately knew the Lorann Oils team would be

Before you press play, meet Perion—our 2026 Youth of the Year. Youth of the Year is the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier leadership and recognition program, honoring teens who demonstrate academic success, strong character, and a commitment to service. Perion earned this distinction after competing in our Club’s internal Youth of the Year competition in February, and since then, she has been hard at work preparing for the statewide competition taking place April 14–15.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lansing Celebrates Reading Month! In proud partnership with Lansing Sports Commission , Pop-ity Popcorn , and High Caliber Karting and Entertainment , the Boys & Girls Club on the Southside celebrated Reading Month with sno-cones, popcorn, and games! Three friends enjoying their well-deserved sno-cones Club members were challenged to read and finish five books this month to gain priority entry into this special party. Right up until the party was sch

February 25, 2026 The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lansing is proud to announce Lauryn as our February Youth of the Month! Lauryn, February 2026 Youth of the Month, surrounded by her fellow Club members Lauryn, age 11, used to struggle with trying new things and making friends at school until she started coming to the Club almost three years ago. Now, she credits the Club with giving her a safe space to be herself with supportive staff and peers who have helped her build confidence

February 20, 2026 The week leading up to Valentine's Day was very exciting here at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lansing! Northside Extension Staff pulled out all the stops for Northside's first Valentine's Day party! The Games Room was transformed for the party with red and pink covering every available surface. Club members contributed to the decor by making paper hearts with words of affirmation on them. With messages like "You are Marvelous" and "I Believe in You" posted all