2017 Mid-Year Report

full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
Planning is currently underway for the next strategic
plan that will shape several of those years, and do so
in a targeted, intentional way. Clubs will remain responsive
to the needs of the community, adaptable whenever
possible, and committed to excellence in service,
transparency, and engagement.
Because of the strength of history of Clubs in the community,
it is a certainty that a future is not coincidental
and simply perpetual, but one of purpose, that honors
the many individuals, businesses, civic groups, municipalities,
school districts, service clubs, and others,
that have invested in the mission. Just like they did in
Hartford, Connecticut, in 1865, in a Club organization
still providing services and meeting the needs of young
people when, and where, they need them.
SEPT 2015:
2016
AUG 15-19, 2016:
31 Club teens embark on the field trip of a lifetime,
sponsored by Tesoro, exploring College campuses and
National Parks.
NOV 2016:
The Jack Gubrud Memorial
Fund is formed, providing
ongoing support for youth
development programs,
creating opportunities for
the next generation of
community leaders.
New extension locations opened at Mount Baker & LaVenture
Middle Schools in Mount Vernon, alleviating overcrowding
at the Mount Vernon Clubhouse, & significantly increasing
service to the important ‘tween’ population.
SUMMER 2015:
2017
JUN 19, 2017:
More than 30,000 meals were
served to youth in Skagit
County, as our Boys & Girls
Club became a provider of
the Simplified Summer Food
Service Program.
The newly remodeled Maiben
House at Maiben Park opens
in Burlington serving kids in
grades 1-7 from 7am to 6pm,
M-F. Boys & Girls Clubs of
Skagit County membership
reaches over 1,700.
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