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St. Charles DAR member wins national photography award
Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Charles County awarded $20,000 to fuel St. Charles County’s young people’s bold ambitions
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On June 28, Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Charles County received a $20,000 grant from the Taco Bell Foundation to support more than 800 youth in St. Charles County.
On June 28, Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Charles County received a $20,000 grant from the Taco Bell Foundation to support more than 800 youth in St. Charles County. The funds will go toward career/college prep sessions, mentoring, career exploration, technology, and other leadership programs that educate and inspire that next generation of leaders.
“We are honored to partner with the Taco Bell Foundation in championing the educational dreams of our young people,” said Karen Englert, Chief Executive Officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Charles County. “The vision we share with the Taco Bell Foundation is one in which every young person has access to quality education, mentorship, and the resources they need to create great futures. Taco Bell Foundation funding is also supporting our new ACT Prep Program for members in grades 9-12 being piloted at the St. Charles Unit this summer.”
Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Charles County is one of more than 400 youth-serving organizations that will receive a portion of the $10 million in grants being presented by the Taco Bell Foundation this year. The grants are an example of the Taco Bell Foundation’s mission to fuel young people’s boldest educational ambitions.
“We are proud to support like-minded organizations through our Local Grants Program,” said Jennifer Bradbury, Interim Executive Director of the Taco Bell Foundation. “Together with these organizations, we work to break down barriers so students nationwide can continue creating and innovating. This $10 million is going back to those in our local communities who are most hungry to learn.”
Since opening its doors less than two years ago, the Water’s Edge Banquet Center at St. Peters Golf Club has quickly become a favorite local wedding venue. On Aug. 15, Water’s Edge is hosting the St. Louis Bridal Show, the place to be for all the brides-to-be and every “I Do Crew” trying to nail down all those details for a spectacular and memorable event.
The show provides a one-stop experience to meet with many local wedding vendors and venues. While making progress planning that special day, attendees also will receive plenty of giveaways and the chance to win some exciting prizes. The grand prize will be a “Hot Air Balloon Adventure for Two.” Every bride will receive a $200 gift certificate. And, 20 lucky couples will win free wedding bands.
The Water’s Edge Banquet Center booth also will have giveaways, plus a prize basket that includes complimentary green fees at St. Peters Golf Club plus golf balls, candles, wine glasses, and other items to help you plan a date day golfing together followed by a relaxing time at Caddy’s along the scenic lake at St. Peters Golf Club.
And, don’t forget to snap some pics with your “I Do Crew” at the golf cart photo booth decked out with a “Happily Ever After” banner, floral arrangements and plenty of fun props.
Purchase tickets in advance for the event at bridestlouis.com. The cost is $12 per person and covers one two-hour session. One session is from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The other session goes from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
