One of the greatest sources of pain and brokenness in our communities is poverty.
Poverty decreases a child’s chances of graduating from high school and increases her chances of becoming a poor adult. It makes him more likely to suffer illnesses, behavioral and emotional problems, and get caught in the criminal justice system because of risky behaviors. In the Ocoee Region alone there are more than 10k kids living in poverty.
“It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken adults.”
American abolitionist and statesman, Frederick Douglass
These are the kids who need us most! By helping them become productive, caring, responsible citizens, we are building strong children and transforming communities. In fact, research suggests that every dollar invested in Boys & Girls Clubs returns $9.60 in economic benefits to individuals and communities.
5 Ways to Become a Club Champion Today!
Choose a Club Champion gift type and giving level that meets your investment impact goals:
- CASH GIFTS — We accept cash, checks, credit cards, bank transfers, and digital donations (such as via Facebook, etc.). You can give NOW using the form below!
- IN-KIND GIFTS — Non-cash contributions of goods or services for use by BGCOR or for special event auctions (call, email, or drop by our administrative offices during regular business hours to coordinate your gifts-in-kind donations).
- IRA ROLLOVERS — Allows you to make tax-free charitable gifts directly from your Individual Retirement Account.
- GIFTS OF STOCK — Donate shares of stock that you own in a public company, private company, or mutual fund.
- DONOR ADVISED FUNDS — Use your donor advised fund (DAF) to impact lives close to your heart and home!
Grants made to BGCOR through Donor Advised Funds can be designated for BGCOR to use wherever the need is greatest or aligned with thematic areas that match your interests, such as Academic Success, Good Character and Citizenship, Healthy Lifestyles, and The Arts.
Clients of Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, and BNY Mellon can easily make a designation through the DAF Direct window on this page. BGCOR’s tax I.D. number is 62-0729406.