Press Releases

Virtual Programming for Career Week 6/22 – 6/26

2020-06-26T09:00:55-04:00

It's Career Week at the Clubs.  What did you want to be when you were growing up? Check-in daily on our Facebook page at 9:00 a.m., Noon and 3:00 p.m. to see what careers we'll be discussing this week.

Virtual Programming for Career Week 6/22 – 6/262020-06-26T09:00:55-04:00

AmazonSmile is now available in the Amazon Shopping app

2020-06-12T11:14:35-04:00

AmazonSmile customers can now support the Clubs in the Amazon shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones! Simply follow these instructions to turn on AmazonSmile and start generating donations. Open the Amazon Shopping app on your device Go into the main menu of the Amazon Shopping app and tap into 'Settings' Tap 'AmazonSmile' and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process If you do not have the latest version of the Amazon Shopping app, update your app.

AmazonSmile is now available in the Amazon Shopping app2020-06-12T11:14:35-04:00

Virtual Programming for Safari Week 6/8 – 6/12

2020-06-08T10:19:35-04:00

Summer Slam is going strong at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie.  The Clubs are having a SAFARI week from June 8th - June 12th, 2020. We will be providing virtual programs in addition to our onsite programming throughout the summer. Check-in weekly on our Facebook page for our fun activities and online opportunities to learn. We look forward to serving you this summer!

Virtual Programming for Safari Week 6/8 – 6/122020-06-08T10:19:35-04:00

Virtual Programming at the Clubs 6/3 – 6/5

2020-06-03T10:11:52-04:00

Summer Slam is soon to be in full swing at the Boys & Girls Clubs Muncie!! We will be providing virtual programs in addition to our onsite programming throughout the summer. Check-in weekly on our Facebook page for our fun activities and online opportunities to learn. We look forward to serving you this summer!

Virtual Programming at the Clubs 6/3 – 6/52020-06-03T10:11:52-04:00

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Receive $160,000 Ball Brothers Foundation Grant

2020-05-29T12:09:07-04:00

May 29, 2020 The Ball Brothers Foundation awards the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie with a $160,000 grant to support the Clubs’ mission to create a safe environment for the youth of our city. The Ball Brothers Foundation grant will allow the Clubs to employ 10 youth development professionals, pay for a portion of the utilities expense and be able to remodel a few rooms within the Madison St. site.  Jason Newman, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie appreciates not only the financial support from the Ball Brothers Foundation but also the guidance of the organization. “Our [...]

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Receive $160,000 Ball Brothers Foundation Grant2020-05-29T12:09:07-04:00

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Reopening Plan

2020-05-08T15:48:50-04:00

May 8, 2020 Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent shelter-in-place orders, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie has been open for families of essential workers. Each day, members receive a hot breakfast, a hot lunch, and assistance with their at-home school work and e-learning activities. Safety is a top concern for Boys & Girls Clubs’ staff members, who have been working diligently to create and implement proper health and safety protocols. Children and staff have their temperature checked before they enter the building. Dedicated staff clean and sanitize rooms and program supplies throughout the day, and regular [...]

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Reopening Plan2020-05-08T15:48:50-04:00

COVID-19 Updated Statement

2020-03-13T14:33:48-04:00

March 13, 2020 As mentioned yesterday (March 12), we want to remain open to our families who need us most. We will do so as long as we can remain open safely for our Staff, and volunteers, and our families who are unable to keep their children home safely. Pursuant to CDC suggestions, our offerings for the next two weeks (March 16th – March 27th) will, as of this moment, be from 7:30 – 5:15, and limited to 50 elementary school-aged members (at our Madison Street Clubhouse), and limited to 15 middle school-aged members (at our Roy C. Buley Clubhouse). Preregistration [...]

COVID-19 Updated Statement2020-03-13T14:33:48-04:00

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Coronavirus Response

2020-03-12T13:23:22-04:00

March 12, 2020 The coronavirus (COVID-19) is creating a lot of attention globally.  We are closely monitoring the evolving coronavirus situation.  The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have been updating the country on the status, and what steps should be taken moving forward.  There is nothing more important to us than the health and safety of our kids, staff, volunteers, and families. We will continue to consult with the Delaware County Health Department and the Indiana State Department of Health to follow their recommendations, as well as Muncie Community Schools.  In the event the schools would be closed for an extended [...]

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Coronavirus Response2020-03-12T13:23:22-04:00

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Receive $110,000 George and Frances Ball Foundation Grant

2020-02-27T08:27:29-05:00

February 3, 2020 The George and Frances Ball Foundation awards The Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie with a $110,000 grant to support the Clubs’ out of school time programming for kindergarten through 12th grade.  The vision of the Clubs ensures that every Club member graduates from high school, ready for a post-secondary education, or a vocational career. According to Thomas Kinghorn, President and CEO of the George and Frances Ball Foundation, “We are pleased to support the strong collaborative relationship between the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie and Muncie Community Schools. Effective after-school programming, such as the Boys & [...]

Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie Receive $110,000 George and Frances Ball Foundation Grant2020-02-27T08:27:29-05:00
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