Day for Kids and a Four-Wheel Gift

Day for Kids' & a 4-wheel bonus!

Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County celebrated the end of summer with the annual ‘Day for Kids’ bash. In addition to bounce houses, tug of war, flag football and many activities for the ClubKids there was an extra surprise presentation of a brand new Toyota Sienna mini-van through the ‘Driving Great Futures’ transportation grant from Bridgestone Retail Operations. The van could not have come at a better time to replace an older vehicle that was ready for its retirement. Transportation to bring our Clubkids to college tours, field trips, music lessons and more has always been a staple of experiences offered

off Club property. With help from the staff at Firestone in Fort Pierce the van was unveiled in front of hundreds of Club kids that kicked off the day's activities at the Percy Peek Club.

Five Key Elements for Positive Youth Development

Key Element #1

A safe, positive environment

“I feel respected at the Club – no bullying allowed!”

Key Element #3 Meaningful opportunities

be great so I am, and I earned my way to a college tour!”

Access to fun and a sense of belonging

“Being at the Club with my friends is a lot more fun than being home alone.”

Key Element #2

Access to supportive relationships

“If I have a problem, I feel comfortable

Key Element #4

and expectations

“My Club Director expects me to talking with staff at the Club.”

Formal and informal recognition

“Staff notices when I try hard and they let my mom know.”

Key Element #5