Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens

05/11/2026

05/11/2026

At VBCGQ, we are incredibly proud of our growing relationship with DLR Group, the visionary architecture firm behind the design of our exciting new clubhouse. DLR has taken the time to understand who we are, what we value, and what our community means to us.

Opening in 2029, the new clubhouse will include an Aquatics Center, Planetarium, Theater, Hockey Rink, Dance Studio, Grand Stair, Lobby, and hallway spaces designed to inspire wonder in every kid who walks through the doors, with artist James Turrell bringing color and light throughout the space.

This year, members of the DLR team will be running the TCS New York City Marathon on behalf of VBCGQ. We love that the same people designing our new home are out there running for our club. We are so grateful!

To support our runners and the future of VBCGQ, donate today!
https://fundraisers.nyrr.org/teams/variety-boys-and-girls-club-of-queens?partner=469d0eadff2599f84a3a&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnSMQBYoWwrYSH9B1LKb_6gLoLR1tmDN04h_z2IUzGudFhA3DXpy2Y_etapvk_aem_zig3SyvJk8qlxbCXOd6WZQ

05/04/2026

Check out our April Newsletter!
Sky farm updates, new partnerships, and more!

05/04/2026

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04/24/2026

Yesterday was opening day at Sky Farm LIC — and we are so grateful for the support of the New York Power Authority (NYPA) in helping us get here. 🌱

NYPA’s investment didn’t just fund renovations — it transformed what this farm can be for our community. From infrastructure to education, they helped us build something truly special right here in Long Island City.

Here’s what NYPA helped bring to life:
🏗 A brand-new High Tunnel for extended growing seasons 🌿 A new Greenhouse
🪨 New Walkway Pavers
🚿 An enclosed Wash & Pack Station
📚 The NYPA Educational Broadway Dance Center

Thank you, NYPA, for growing with us.

04/24/2026

Opening day at Sky Farm LIC was everything we hoped it would be — and that’s because of the incredible people who showed up. 🌱
To our sponsors and partners, thank you. Your belief in this work and this community means more than words can say. None of this happens without you.
To our amazing staff — thank you for your tireless dedication and hard work in making this day a reality. This space exists because of you. 💚

To everyone who came out, joined our class, and celebrated this milestone with us — thank you for being part of this moment. Seeing this space filled with energy and excitement reminded us exactly why we do what we do.

Sky Farm LIC is just getting started, and we are so grateful to have this community growing alongside us. 🌿

04/07/2026

Big news for our community!

The NHL and NHLPA are investing in the Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens through the NHL/NHLPA Industry Growth Fund, helping fund the construction of our brand-new Clubhouse and Center Rink, making us the largest Boys and Girls Club in the US.

That means over 16,000 of our youth will have access to a place built just for them. We are so thankful to the NHL and NHLPA for believing in our kids and our community. 🙏

04/06/2026

We are thrilled to share that HITCity: Temptations Edition has been featured in Playbill! 🎭

Join us April 26 at 3 PM at the Queens Theatre for an immersive concert experience celebrating 60 years of Motown, featuring Broadway and national touring cast members from Ain't Too Proud — The Life and Times of The Temptations.

This incredible event is presented by Queens Culture & Arts Network, a division of the Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens.

We are so proud to bring world-class talent right here to Queens.

🎟️ Tickets available now: https://www.qcanetwork.org/event-details/hitcity-60-years-of-the-greatest-music

View Playbill feature here: https://playbill.com/article/broadway-stars-set-for-hitcity-temptations-edition-concert

This special event showcases HITCity, an immersive concert experience celebrating the 60th anniversary of the legendary Motown sound. Highlighting the extraordinary music of The Temptations and The Supremes. New York premiere.

04/03/2026

5,000 young lives. One incredible community. 💙 In 2025, we reached a milestone we are so proud of — and it's all thanks to you. Here's to serving even more youth in the years ahead. 🎉

03/17/2026

You will not want to miss this! Get your tickets today!

12/20/2024

Thank you to all our amazing partners and friends that donated to our holiday toy drive this year! You’ve made this a memorable holiday season for the youth of Queens 🎁 Target JetBlue 9 HUGS Yelp NYC