Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson County

06/22/2026

As we count down to the 2026 Heroes Banquet, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to our Platinum Sponsor, Gateway Bank! Gateway Bank is more than a financial institution. As a community bank, they are committed to helping families, businesses, and communities succeed through personalized service, business lending, financial education, and community investment. Their mission centers on supporting the communities they serve and helping create opportunities for growth and success. Your investment in the youth of Jefferson County makes this celebration possible and helps us continue creating opportunities that change lives every day.

Thank you for standing with the Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson County and helping us honor the heroes who make a difference in our community.

06/17/2026

Today in Ms. Stansfield’s class, our youth explored STEM careers through a hands on engineering challenge.

Using books plastic cups, plastic forks, index cards, and tape they worked together to design and build a bridge. Along the way they practiced problem solving critical thinking teamwork and creativity.

Activities like this help our youth see how STEM skills are used in real careers every day. We may have a few future engineers in the room! 👀💡💙

06/15/2026

🏆 Congratulations to our 2026 Heroes Banquet Winners! 🏆

Thank you to the 1,474 community members who participated in this year’s voting process and helped us recognize the heroes making a difference throughout Jefferson County.

Now it’s time to celebrate! 🎉

🎟️ Tickets are still available for the 2026 Annual Heroes Banquet on Thursday, June 25 at the Saracen Casino Resort Event Center.

🔗: https://secure.givelively.org/event/boys-girls-club-of-jefferson-county/2026-annual-heroes-banquet-tickets

Join us as we honor these outstanding community leaders and heroes.

06/14/2026

🚨 TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO VOTE! 🚨

The countdown is on! After receiving more than 1,000 votes, we’re down to the final hours of voting for the 2026 Annual Heroes Banquet. 🏆

If you haven’t cast your vote yet, now is the time to make your voice heard. Help us recognize the individuals who inspire, serve, lead, and make a lasting impact throughout Jefferson County.

💙 One Vote Per Email Address
🗳️ Voting Closes Tonight
🔗 https://forms.gle/WrcNyAinGHRfWf486

Don’t wait until it’s too late! Cast your vote and help us celebrate our community’s heroes.

06/13/2026

Week 1 of Summer Program is officially in the books, and if your child sleeps all weekend… you’re welcome. 😂

This week, our Club members jumped into two amazing opportunities:

Through a partnership with the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's Agricultural Department, AgDiscovery introduced our teens to the world of agriculture and helped them understand how farming, food production, and the environment impact their everyday lives. From learning where food comes from to exploring career opportunities in agriculture, our youth gained knowledge that will stay with them long after summer ends.

🚀 Camp Invention, supported in part by the Walton Family Foundation, gave our youth hands-on STEM experiences through creativity, invention, structured project development, and good old-fashioned problem-solving. Campers worked together, built social skills, strengthened teamwork, and learned that some of the best ideas come from simply trying, failing, and trying again.

Between the projects, games, field trips, snacks, questions, more questions, and the endless amount of energy that only children possess, our staff has collectively walked approximately 47 miles. But in all seriousness, watching our youth learn, create, explore, and build new friendships made every tired step worth it.

06/11/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Anthony Graham, Chancellor of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, as our 2026 Heroes Banquet keynote speaker.

Recognized nationally as an educator, scholar, and leader, Dr. Graham has spent his career dedicated to increasing access to educational opportunities, fostering student success and building stronger communities. As chancellor of UAPB, Dr. Graham serves as the university’s 10th chancellor and carries on a legacy of excellence, innovation and service to others. During his career, he has raised over $25 million dollars in grant funding, developed programs that provide students with meaningful mentoring and leadership opportunities and advocated for policies and programs that open doors for student success.

We look forward to Dr. Graham’s message of leadership, opportunity, and investing in the youth in our community!

Cast your vote today!
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Purchase your ticket today!
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06/10/2026

2026 Heroes Banquet Nominees ONLY!!!
Please complete the attached form. It should take less than a minute.

Congratulations on being nominated for our Heroes Banquet! Please complete the form below so our team can contact you regarding your nomination and provide additional event details. We look forward to connecting with you. Questions? Please submit your responses by 6.14.26

06/09/2026

Summer is the perfect time to keep young minds growing!

Strong readers thrive when families and educators work together. While school may be out, learning doesn’t have to stop. Take a few minutes to connect with your child’s teacher and ask:

✅ Is my child on track with reading?
✅ What reading skills should we focus on this summer?
✅ What books or activities do you recommend at home?

Just 15–20 minutes of reading each day can help prevent summer learning loss and keep your child prepared for a strong start next school year.

Find more ways to support your child’s success by visiting GoBeyondGrades.org/arkansas.

06/08/2026

Your child should be asleep by 8:00 tonight… because the staff definitely will be! 😂💙

Day One of Summer Program is officially in the books. Full recap another day! 😴

06/06/2026

🚨 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🚨

The wait is over! Teen Health Summit 2026 is HERE, and we’re ready for a day full of vibes, real conversations, and opportunities for our youth to grow and thrive.

To every teen attending: Show up and take advantage of everything this day has to offer. This summit was created with YOU in mind. 💪🏾

To every parent: Thank you for investing in your child’s future. We can’t wait to see you there too!

Let’s make today unforgettable.