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COVID-19 Relief Fund continued.

Throughout the pandemic, Clubs have done whatever it takes to support kids, families and communities. Our donors, advocates and supporters furthered these efforts through BGCA’s COVID-19 Relief Fund. In 2020, $29.9 million in COVID-19 Relief Fund support was distributed to 719 Club organizations. To sustain efforts, the focus of our national fundraising is evolving to prioritize the emerging issues you’re seeing, and our nation’s young people are experiencing in the wake of the pandemic. These fundraising focus areas include:

As you can see, our focus remains steadfast on our mission – which is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential. By focusing in on these three critical areas, collectively we can make an impact to reduce the emotional, academic and social gaps that have expanded due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic.

Combating learning loss Advancing our commitment to racial equity Youth emotional wellbeing

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Charles Schwab Foundation A refreshed Money Matters curriculum was released to Boys & Girls Clubs in early fall following a review process to better understand the needs and wants of Club staff and teens. Last refreshed in 2010, the Money Matters curriculum helps youth gain critical money management skills and gives youth equitable access to the opportunities needed to succeed. In partnership with the Charles Schwab Foundation, the new Money Matters facilitator and teen guides were mailed to all teen-serving sites in August. The new curriculum includes staff-led sessions and personal reflection to develop financial literacy skills that lead to workplace readiness and lifelong financial stability.

Financial literacy in 2010 looked different than it does today,” says Jim Clark, president and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of America. “Especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, and our nation’s elevated focus on racial equity, we must evolve and change to continue to meet the needs of America’s young people.”

The refreshed curriculum has 22 new and engaging sessions that encourage teens to examine the impact of their decisions and behaviors on their future selves. It incorporates social-emotional skills into economic concepts and youth development best practices, as well as teaching lessons in online privacy and safety to ensure teens understand potential risks. New digital tools to help teens understand financial literacy are also available on MyFuture.net.

 Cynthia Bowman, Chief Diversity and Inclusion and Talent Acquisition Officer at Bank of America and a board trustee for BGCA’s Midwest Region

The Bank of America Charitable Foundation recently awarded a $1 million grant over two years to support a Boys & Girls Clubs of America tutoring program.

Bank of America The Bank of America Charitable Foundation has been a partner with Boys & Girls Clubs since 1980 and recently awarded a $1 million grant over two years to support a Boys & Girls Clubs of America tutoring program for youth ages 6 to 18 in select cities across the U.S. The initiative is an extension of Project Learn, a program that reinforces the academic enrichment and school engagement of young people during time they spend at Clubs. “As education in America becomes increasingly challenged by the impacts of coronavirus, it is important to support organizations that can inspire educational gains among students who need them most,” said Cynthia Bowman, chief diversity and inclusion and talent acquisition officer at Bank of America and a board trustee for BGCA’s Midwest Region. “We hope this grant to Boys & Girls Clubs of America can further support the essential work they are doing to help level the playing field for kids, families and communities across the country.”