2022 Impact Report

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IMPRESSIONS 2022 COMMUNITY IMPACT REPORT Lasting

Produced April 2023

Lasting Impression [ˈlæs.tɪŋ ɪmˈpreʃ.ən]

A feeling or effect that continues for a long time.

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our mission To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

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CELEBRATING

W hen I started as a Youth Development Staff at Boys & Girls Club more than 11 years ago, I did not expect to become as passionate as I have about this place and its people. What began as a part-time job has turned into a career I love, a mission that inspires me, and work that challenges me daily. It did not take long to see the immense impact each team member has on the youth in our community and the unique service provided through the Clubs’ whole-youth development approach. It is fulfilling to see the development of a Club member from the first time they join us to when they graduate well-prepared to reach their dreams because they know their potential. lasting impact

It warms my heart to receive messages from parents who observe the value of our partnership with their family. One Club parent recently wrote,

“I just need to thank you! My son is part of the Boys & Girls Club at Eastern Montgomery Elementary and he recently started tutoring through the Club. His grade went from a U to a B. I am so thankful for the support you have provided and grateful for your staff.” The world is a tough place for our young people and has changed drastically even in the 25 years we have served Southwest Virginia. Hardships faced by today’s youth are compounded for those who do not have the same experiences and opportunities as their well-resourced peers. Youth.gov reports that young people who are surrounded by a variety of opportunities for positive encounters engage in less risky behavior and ultimately show evidence of higher rates of successful transition into adulthood. I believe wholeheartedly that we, with the financial contributions and partnerships of many, are serving a critical need in our community and I am incredibly proud of our 25-year history. 2022 was centered around reflecting on the years of service provided, generous people involved, and the number of young lives transformed through our program. If you haven’t had a chance to watch our short film, Impressions: 25 Years of Inspiring Local Youth , I encourage you to do so. We celebrated well! My hope for the next 25 years is that every child and family member who walks through the door of our Clubs feels the warmth, feels the support, and knows that the Club is here for them. Through dedicated community support, we will bring together more people with different beliefs, experiences, and backgrounds and watch our beautiful story continue to unfold.

With gratitude for helping us advance our mission,

Rebekah Meadows, Interim CEO & Senior Director of Programming Boys & Girls Clubs of SWVA

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Citation: Effectiveness of Positive Youth Development Programs | Youth.gov

We recognize our 2022 Board of Directors for their strategic leadership and significant contributions.

BOARD CHAIR Scott Jenkins Farm Bureau Bank VICE CHAIR Matt Hill Scott Insurance

TREASURER Chris Banta Brown, Edwards & Company, LLP SECRETARY A. Damon Williams First Citizens Bank

Jim Barker Delta Dental of Virginia

Adam Peters FocusOne

Bertram Daniels UScellular

Melinda Pyle New River Electrical

Walt Derey Pitman Construction

Liz Quintana Roanoke Planning, Building, & Development

Archie Freeman, III Roanoke City Public Schools

Jonathan Richardson Pinnacle Financial Partners

Donald Halliwill Carilion Clinic

Frank Rogan Consultant

Robbie Hebert Lab Sports Performance

Frank Toney Inner-Faith Fellowship Ministries

Troy Jamison JCI

Julie Beth Vipperman * Indiana University Foundation

Carie Kingery Freedom First

Margaret-Hunter Wade COX Communications

Leah Kinder Branch Group

Carl York Acuity Marketing and Consulting

Jeff Merritt * Cox Communications

Jean Mumm Gentry Locke

* Final year of board service in 2022.

Dear Friends of the Club,

2022 was a big year for Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia. I am overwhelmed with gratitude when I reflect on the many people who have passionately and generously supported the mission of this critical organization for the past 25 years. In my fifteenth year of board service and year one of my second term as Board Chair, I continue to be impressed by the work of the dedicated staff who work daily to enable local young people to gain experiences and realize their full potential, regardless of their circumstance or background. Having personally grown up in Southeast Roanoke, it is meaningful to see how our program is coming alongside local families to support our next generation of great leaders and decision-makers. One of my favorite memories from last year was attending our 25th birthday celebration at our Vinton Baptist Church Club. We gave anniversary t-shirts to the kids, brought cupcakes, and helped serve donor provided pizza. We shared with Club members the significance of the milestone anniversary to help them understand that they are part of something bigger than themselves – that they have a support system full of encouragers who care about them about their futures. We asked what they thought they would be doing at 25 years old. Responses included a singer, a vet, a professional football player, and my favorite, “I want to be working at Boys & Girls Club!” We have a rich history of service in Southwest Virginia and a quarter-century of impactful moments created. I’m hopeful for the lasting impressions still to be made as we look ahead. When you support Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia, you are making a difference and impacting young lives in a transformational way. Thank you to all who engaged in our mission during our celebratory year.

Cheers to 25 years!

Scott Jenkins 2022 Chair, Board of Trustees Western Virginia Market Executive, Farm Bureau Bank

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Thank you to these mission-driven leaders who have served as Chair of our Board of Directors throughout our 25-year history.

1998 - 2001 2002 - 2003 2004 - 2006 2007 - 2008 2009 - 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 - 2017 2018 2019 2020 - 2021 2022

John Dyer Daniel Layman, Jr. Michael Wise Mike Pedelty Curtis Mills Michael Waldvogel Carl York

Walt Derey Jim Barker Katherine Knopf Kim (Henderson) Thomas Scott Jenkins Jeff Merritt Damon Williams Scott Jenkins

1997–2022 Marking a quarter-century of service to families in Southwest Virginia

It started with a VISION to provide a world-class success is within reach of every young person

1997

1998

2004

2008 2009 2016 –

BGCSWVA is founded

Current 9th St. property is acquired

Northwest Endowment is

Teen Center Expansion Capital Campaign

Regional expansion through 21st Century funds (Roanoke Co., Montgomery Co., Franklin Co., Martinsville)

formed $250k

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OUR FOOTPRINTS in Southwest Virginia

“There was an absolute need in Southwest Virginia. When we started, we had a very passionate board. The first seminal event was securing the building on 9th Street. The second seminal event was Mike Wise starting the Delta Dental Pro-Am for Kids. That really brought the name of the organization to the valley.” —John Dyer , Founding Board President 1998-2001 “We have a story, so many stories, of kids who you actually see the impact today as adults and what they are able to accomplish because of Boys & Girls Club having been in their life at an early age.” —Michelle Davis , CEO 2017-2022 “You lead for the success of students, not for the comfort of adults. I question: What are we doing to make sure our students are successful? What can we do to better our kids when we have them for that short

MONTGOMERY COUNTY: Eastern Montgomery Elementary School Shawsville Middle School Christiansburg Middle School Eastern Montgomery High School

ROANOKE CITY:

Roanoke City: 9th Street

ROANOKE COUNTY:

Burlington Elementary School Vinton Baptist Church (serving Herman L. Horn & W.E. Cundiff Elementary Schools) SALEM CITY: Andrew Lewis Middle School Salem Elementary @ Andrew Lewis Middle School ( serving East Salem and G.W. Carver Elementary Schools)

FRANKLIN COUNTY: Rocky Mount Elementary School Lee M. Waid Elementary School 11 CLUBS IN 5 MUNICIPALITIES:

period of time? I hear personally from the students how Boys & Girls Club has positively impacted their lives.” —Archie Freeman III , Board Member & Chief Academic Officer, Roanoke City Public Schools “One of the most important things a child can have in their life is a community that loves them. One of the things that Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia does so well is providing mentors, people who can walk alongside, encourage, teach,

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and support our youth to be the best people that they can be.” —Joe Cobb , Vice Mayor, City of Roanoke

Club Experience that assures who enters our doors...

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

Roanoke Women’s Foundation invests $75k in BGCSWVA’s mission

TEENACTION Youth Employment Program Pilot

Service shifts to virtual learning centers and full-day care due to the COVID-19 pandemic Jim Barker Scholarship Fund is established and awarded

Roanoke County and Salem Clubs open

25th Anniversary

Sustaining new Clubs

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MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES Meaningful Outcomes

CLUB EXPERIENCE The club experience is one in which members feel safe both physically and emotionally, have fun, receive support and recognition from caring adults who set expectations for them, and feel a sense of belonging.

“I've always wondered what was in here [Taubman Art Museum]. When I saw all of the art pieces, it made me wonder if I could make something like that myself one day. They [Boys & Girls Club staff] inspire us to do the unthinkable.” — Kayden , Club Member

“What I enjoy most about teaching here is seeing the impact and influence you can have on kids. Everybody needs someone who cares. Each day, I consider what can I do to make at least one student think

she saw me, she helped me, or she gave me positive advice. ”

— Tanicia , Club Staff Member and Alumna

“It has felt like we are a team. We are a team seeking to work together to provide a safe learning environment in our community.”

— Travis Russell , Senior Pastor, Vinton Baptist Church

and Club Partner

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THE POWER OF MOMENTS EXPERIENCE 2.0 25 th Anniversary Celebrat ion

THE GRANDIN THEATRE NOVEMBER 29, 2022

191 Attendees

300 Film Stars

20 Interviews

47

Edited Minutes

9 2 Film Dates Film Showings (capturing numerous hours of footage!)

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Impressionable

MOMENTS

Minority races or ethnicities 52%

of Club teens graduated on time 100 %

921 of volunteer service completed by elementary club members H O U R S

I n 2022, we were selected as a nonprofit partner of Buzz4Good. Michael Hemphill and his team profiled Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia in a TV episode to create buzz about our mission that aired on Blue Ridge PBS. Through this process, Carrie Cousins met our need for a new website by creating a web presence that informs and engages our community and showcases what happens behind the Club doors each day. This was made possible by our episode sp onsor Ideagen.

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58% Live in single parent households

93%

1,549 of volunteer service completed by elementary club members H O U R S

qualify for free or reduced-price school lunch

77% 12 or younger

23% Teens

“As kids start aging out of the daycare at 12 years old, a lot of these kids are going home alone. They don't have the structure needed at that age. Boys & Girls Club fills that void.” — Carie Kingery , Board Member and Club Parent

“We want our students to excel. Boys & Girls Club has done a tremendous job helping us close achievement gaps since the COVID-19 pandemic challenges. The social and emotional pieces are important as well. We prioritize building relationships. I know the Club staff also make that one of their top priorities.” — Brandon Keith , Shawsville Middle School Principal

“Everything happens for a reason. You have to live with the fact that [things in life] happen and there is nothing you can do to change it. If I didn't have the Club, I'd probably be falling behind in school. The mentors and staff are helpful because they are always there to help you out.” — Reagan , Club Member

“We do a lot of arts and crafts with the kids. We run a STEM program. We have a partnership with Virginia Tech's Robotics Club. It has been great to watch the kids take interest in that type of thing.” — Brad Wooten , Eastern Montgomery Elementary Club Unit Director

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GENEROSITY by the numbers

67 In-Kind Donations

Foundation

13

Civic Group/ Organization

75 Impact Society Donors

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TOTAL DONORS 541

Donors who give comprehensive support annually at the $1,000+ level are recognized as Impact Society members.

Corporate

149

23 Monthly Donors $

Individual

365

Blue Door Donor Circle members spread their

generosity throughout the year through monthly giving, meeting the needs of our Club members today…and well into the future.

WAYS TO GIVE

SPECIAL PROJECT GIVING

ANNUAL CAMPAIGN GIVING

PLANNED GIVING

ENDOWMENT GIVING

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INCREDIBLE SUPPORT. Lasting Impact.

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GIVE Roanoke raised $12,105

Delta Dental Pro Am raised $158,781

Four on the 4th raised $54,930

The Power of Moments Experience raised $156,401

523 Gifts purchased and delivered to every Club member at holiday parties, thanks to those who generously supported this effort. Special thanks to the following partners: BGCSWVA Board Member Robbie Hebert / LAB Sports Performance Farm Credit of the Virginias Fisher Financial Services, Inc. Mountain View Real Estate, LLC Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS® Virginia Tech – Student-Athlete Advisory Committee Volunteer Wrapping Teams

EVENT ENGAGEMENT

VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT

IN-KIND GIVING

ADVOCACY

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Thank you for your generous support ⁄ ! .

ROANOKE OFFICE: 1714 9th Street SE • Roanoke, VA 24013 SHAWSVILLE OFFICE: Meadowbrook Community Center • 267 Alleghany Spring Road Suite 11B • Shawsville, VA 24162 (540) 904-7401 • www.bgcswva.org

*Certain photos included in this publication were taken when mask mandates were not in effect. BGCSWVA carefully followed CDC guidelines and made every effort to ensure the safety of Club members in 2021.