Boys & Girls Clubs announces social justice project winners
Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio members from sites in New London, Barberton and Wellington are the winners of the inaugural Race and Social Justice Service Project in partnership with Swagelok.
Thirty Clubs took part in the competition, titled ‘Take a Stand.’
New London Club members focused on food insecurity, while those at the Barberton Club explored the issue of child poverty. Wellington Westwood Club members reported on the importance of all individuals learning American Sign Language.
Winners received branded T-shirts (BGCNEO and Swagelok) and $250 to use at their Club. All participating Clubs receive a branded Bluetooth speaker.
Boys & Girls Clubs are safe, fun places for kids ages 6-18 to go after school with a focus on academic success, healthy lifestyles and good character. BGCNEO was formed in 2019 by the merger of Clubs in Cleveland, Akron, Lorain County and Sandusky. There are now 49 Clubs in six counties.