I have had the pleasure of serving on the Eastside Boys & Girls Cub Advisory Board for the past five years.  I was Board President for two of those years.  It's been one of the most rewarding things I've done.  The Eastside Clubs are an integral part of their communities.  Whether it’s every day after school, playing on a sports team, or going to summer camp over 2,000 kids come through the Kirkland, Redmond and Sammamish Boys and Girls Club every year. 

When schools closed in March, Boys & Girls Clubs of King County stepped in to fill the gaps in care and educational support for families.  Clubs waived program fees for essential workers, so adults could continue serving our community knowing their kids were well-supervised and well-fed. We partnered with local schools and supplied critical technology for students. Clubs were able to meet these pressing needs because of investments from our community. To support Club programs this school year, we've launched our Whatever It Takes Campaign, with a goal to raise $90,000 for Clubs in Kirkland, Redmond, and Sammamish. Now through September 18, gifts of $150 or more will be doubled, thanks to generous matching pool donors. Since spring, Clubs on the Eastside have waived nearly $70,000 in program fees for kids of essential workers. Together, we can make sure all youth have a safe environment and the resources they need to be successful this school year. 

A strong community is what makes all of this possible. We are fortunate to live in this thriving community AND to have caring individuals like you who support our great mission.  Our kids and families cannot do this alone...not without us...and not without you.  

Thank you for investing in kids!

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