Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida

Yesterday, we gathered at the Joe R. Lee Branch to celebrate the life and legacy of a true champion for our kids, Joe R. Lee. 💙 We are deeply grateful to Joe’s family, our partners at Darden and Red Lobster , and every community member who joined us in honoring a leader whose generosity continues to shape brighter futures for the youth we serve. Joe’s compassion, his leadership, and his unwavering commitment to our mission will continue to live on in every child who walks through the doors of the branch that proudly bears his name. #GreatFuturesStartHere

Some gifts last a season. Your gift can last a lifetime. While many children are writing holiday wish lists, our Club kids are wishing for something deeper: safety, support, and the confidence that someone believes in them. If you’re able, we invite you to join us in making that possible. Give today: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eMQZSiiZ Your generosity changes lives. 💙 #DearSanta #AmericaNeedsClubKids #ClubKidsNeedYou #GreatFuturesStartHere

Thank you to our incredible panelists and every young professional who joined us for this evening's Club Blue event, Beyond the Résumé. Your insights, leadership journeys, and generous advice made this Club Blue event truly impactful. Grateful to our community for showing up to support great futures. 💙 #ClubBlue #LeadershipInAction #GreatFuturesStartHere

   The Joe R. Lee Branch in historic Eatonville has been changing the trajectory of local youth and teens’ lives for over 20 years. Starting from a modest double-wide, our Eatonville Club has grown into a 20,000+ sq. ft. hub for mentorship, academics, arts, and leadership programs — all rooted in the enduring legacy of its late namesake, Joe R. Lee. From first-generation college-bound students to local teens gaining confidence and workforce skills, the Joe R. Lee Branch exemplifies how sustained community investment and dedicated mentorship create generational impact.  Read the full Winter Park Magazine feature highlighting the Club’s journey, its programs, and its remarkable success stories: https://lnkd.in/evfgb35A #YouthDevelopment #CommunityImpact #HistoricEatonville #GreatFuturesStartHere #Eatonville #MentorshipMatters 

What happens when you ask a child who they want to be — and then use AI to help them see that future? You get a glimpse of the extraordinary potential behind our blue doors. At Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida, mentorship, academic support, caring adults, and safe spaces help turn childhood dreams into real-world careers. Today’s aspirations become tomorrow’s great futures — and our Club kids are already on their way. #AmericaNeedsClubKids #GreatFuturesStartHere #AI

Creativity, movement, and connection in action 🕺🎶💃 At Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida, we’re always finding new ways to help youth express themselves and build confidence. Our Social Media Mashup activity at our Cocoa Branch brought members and staff together to plan, rehearse, and film short, positive videos that promote teamwork, digital responsibility, and creativity. #CocoaFL #TeamworkInAction #GreatFuturesStartHere #YouthDevelopment #DigitalResponsibility #BrevardCounty

On this National Philanthropy Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to the generous supporters and partners who make our work possible. From dedicated volunteers and family donors to our corporate and foundation partners, your commitment to investing in the next generation is transforming lives across Central Florida. Your support ensures that every young person — no matter their circumstances — has the opportunity to learn, grow, and lead. Thank you for standing with us in creating GREAT futures. #NationalPhilanthropyDay #CorporateGiving #CommunityImpact #Philanthropy #NonprofitLeadership #SocialImpact

We are so grateful to Winter Park Health Foundation and their partners for giving our girls an empowering experience at the Gold Star Girls: Day to Shine event. From mindfulness exercises and healthy cooking to dance, music, and a confidence-boosting runway walk, our girls explored new skills, expressed themselves, and were inspired by community leaders. Days like this reinforce the power of partnerships and the impact we can create together for young women in Central Florida. Thank you for investing in their growth, joy, and GREAT futures! #YouthEmpowerment #PartnershipsInAction #GoldStarGirls #DTO #WinterParkHealthFoundation #CommunityImpact #GreatFuturesStartHere

Our Oviedo and East Altamonte Branches were recently featured in Longwood Life Magazine! The article highlights an inspiring collaboration between Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida and the Orange Blossom Blues Society, whose Blues in the Schools program introduced our Club members to the rich history and creativity of blues music. Through hands-on learning and joyful performance, our youth explored music’s power to connect, inspire, and express — all while having a lot of fun! Thank you to Longwood Life for sharing this story, and to the Orange Blossom Blues Society and Seminole Cultural Arts Council for bringing the blues to our Clubs. 💙 🔗 Check out the full article: https://lnkd.in/eDXfeDAU #GreatFuturesStartHere #OrangeBlossomBlues #LongwoodLife #MusicEducation #MusicLiteracy #SeminoleCounty #CentralFlorida 

Spooky season brought out the best kind of chills and thrills at the annual Haunted House at our Tupperware Brands Branch in Kissimmee! 🎃 With the help of dedicated volunteers from Osceola High School and the support of our incredible community partners, our Club members enjoyed a safe and fun Halloween celebration filled with creativity, laughter, and friendship. Moments like these remind us how meaningful community support truly is — giving our youth and teens experiences that spark joy, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success! 👏 #GreatFuturesStartHere #CommunityImpact #VolunteerAppreciation #SpookySeason #CommunitySupport #HauntedHouse