Dallas is one of the fastest-growing regions in the country, but growth does not benefit every young person equally. Across Dallas County, the scale of need facing youth is significant. More than 600,000 young people under the age of 18 live in Dallas County. Yet many face barriers that make…

Seven of our Club teens recently experienced the music industry in a way most fans only dream about: with a backstage, behind-the-scenes look at the prominent R& B group, New Edition, and their tour featuring Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton at the American Airlines Center. What started as a…

The start of a new year creates space for reflection and momentum. It’s a time when many of us reset our priorities, establish new routines, and recommit to the habits that shape long-term outcomes. This year also marks my transition into the role of CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs…

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas, in partnership with Panda Cares, the philanthropic foundation of Panda Express, celebrated the grand opening of the newest Panda Cares Center of Hope at its Mesquite Club on December 10. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony, Panda Express food, youth activities, and giveaway items, marking…

BGCD is proud to announce the Board of Directors has unanimously named Brian Slye as its new Chief Executive Office. Slye is an accomplished business leader, community advocate, and proud former Club kid whose journey began at Boys & Girls Club of Burkburnett, Texas. It was there he first learned…

Please be advised that our Clubs will be closed on select dates for Fall Break. Each Club may follow a slightly different schedule, so please review the details below carefully: Navarro County: Sept. 29-Oct. 3Cedar Springs, East Dallas, Oak Cliff, Lipscomb, West Dallas: Oct. 9-10 and 13Richardson, Grand Prairie, KIPP…

As a mom, I can’t help but think back to the days when my girls were younger—when Summer meant finding a delicate balance between joy and structure, freedom and safety. I remember how much it mattered to know they had somewhere to be, something to do, and, most importantly, someone…

Women’s History Month holds deep meaning for me. As a woman, a mother of two daughters, and the Interim President & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Dallas, I cherish this time to honor the strength, resilience, and achievements of those who came before me. And it reaffirms BGCD’s…

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas recently named David Shallenberger as its new Vice President of Advancement. Shallenberger originally joined BGCD in 2018 and has since been a driving force behind our mission, previously serving as VP of Resource Development (2019–2022) and most recently as Director of Grants Administration.…