The Boys' Club of New York

Congratulations on Ron Britt, Managing Director of Programs' retirement!! We are grateful to have had his leadership at BCNY and want to wish him all the best in this new chapter he is about to embark on in life.   We thank him for the 46 and counting years of service, dedication and commitment to youth development work. The impact he had over the past few decades has touched the lives of many and will continue to impact the lives of our members and their families in positive ways that words alone cannot express. Over the years, he has shown himself to be more than an esteemed colleague but also a mentor, friend, counselor, leader and much more. And, his endless contributions are a great part of BCNY and the work that we are all committed to being a part of for the many years to come. We thank him for all that he does and has done over these past several years to contribute to the lives of employees, our members and their families throughout NYC. He is valued, appreciated and will be greatly missed. We know that we will forever have a friend in him and that this isn’t goodbye (forever) but so long for now as BCNY will forever be his second home, and he is always welcome to visit us! Wishing Ron all the best!   Warmest regards, BCNY & HR Team Kudos to Ron Britt for #MakingAnImpact #GreatInspiration #StrongLeader #MegaMilestone #TrailblazerinYouthDevelopment #RespectedLeader #MegaMilestone #YouthDevelopmentLeader #InspirationalLeader

https://lnkd.in/eQRZEkf3 BC3 Mixtape Volume 1 is now up on YouTube! Check it out using the link in bio. Video filmed and edited by Project Comms member Isaiah A.

Registration is now open for Fall 2024. Visit the link below to join! https://linktr.ee/bcny

Project Comms members visited the Museum of Chinese in America in NYC. They learned about the history of Chinatown and Chinese in America while practicing their photography skills. They also heard about the controversial background of MOCA from long-time residents of Chinatown, who were protesting resident displacement.

Special shoutout to BCNY Abbe Clubhouse Alum Jehmehl Fair, who was Selected as CUNYAC Nominees for D3CA Men’s Sport Athlete of the Year Award. Congrats and best of luck. #BCNYFOREVER Photo credit: https://lnkd.in/e8jQGace

Project Comms Spotlight!     Member De’Jai was highlighted by Bronx Times reporter Emily Swanson! De’Jai talked about his journey through Project Comms as an artist and growing professional from the Bronx, giving a special shoutout to his fellow members and special guest Fredrick T Joseph.   We are so proud of De’Jai and the rest of the team’s growth and accomplishments. We already can’t wait for next summer.     Read the article below. https://lnkd.in/emzQGJup

We are excited to announce that Orlando Nazario has been promoted to the Clubhouse Director for our Abbe Clubhouse. Orlando is a key member of the BCNY leadership team and will be responsible for leading a team of full-time program staff across different specialties (elementary, middle, high-school age program directors; art, education, physical education and aquatics program directors) and an administrative and maintenance staff, to create a comprehensive and responsive menu of programs and services for our members in a safe and secure environment. He is responsible for managing all aspects of the clubhouse operations: including plant and property, leasee, program quality and operations, regulatory compliance, employee and fiscal management. Additionally, Orlando will be an ambassador for his Clubhouse, by connecting to external and internal stakeholders from our donors and trustees, to parents, schools, community leaders and organizations, and alumni through outreach and relationship building. Orlando is a seasoned youth development professional with over two decades of experience in creating and managing impactful programs that foster positive growth in young people. Since 2015, he has been the Aquatic, Youth, and Physical Education Director at the Boys' Club of New York (BCNY). Orlando has been influential in shaping a comprehensive physical education and youth development program that caters to the diverse needs of boys from second through twelfth grade. Orlando cultivates a collaborative and motivating environment among staff, leading teams with varied backgrounds and skills to achieve common goals. He has demonstrated expertise in staff development by facilitating numerous professional development activities that empower staff with decision-making and leadership opportunities. His role includes overseeing all aspects of program management, from staff recruitment and training to program evaluation and member engagement. Under Orlando's guidance, BCNY has experienced a significant increase in member participation and satisfaction, reflecting his strong relationships with both members and their families. His skill in creating programs that integrate life skills, character development, social-emotional learning, and healthy living ensures a comprehensive approach to youth development. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Orlando led online workshops and exercise challenges to keep members engaged and active remotely, in addition to his on-ground role. He has also represented BCNY at numerous community events, fundraising initiatives, and professional meetings, aligning his work with the organization's mission and strategic goals. Throughout his career, Orlando has proven to be a dynamic leader and a passionate advocate for youth, striving to create environments where young people can thrive physically and emotionally. Please take a moment to join us in congratulating our BCNY team member!   Congratulations Orlando!!

The Major R. Owens Health & Wellness Community Center 4th Annual Back-to-School Street Festival is next Saturday from 11am-4pm. Please join us in kicking off the school year with free school supplies and much more. 

Your 2024 BC3 champions for both 14U & 17U. Congrats to both teams!

Last week Work ED held their video game presentations at Gerry Clubhouse. Six teams had the opportunity to create their own storyline, controls, characters, and other elements that make up a great video game. Congrats to the first-place winner “Elemental Assassins” who blew the crowd away with his detailed story and character development. We look forward to seeing these game concepts become real video games one day. 1st place Bracket  🥇 Elemental Assassins  🥈 Dark of Heck  🥉 Brother of Port 2nd Place Bracket  🥇 Kendrick vs Drake 1  🥈 Super Sonic Racing  🥉 The Riz