Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee announces its increased investment into local youth with a 4-year pledge to Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee, beginning in 2024 Pictured are Jeff Pannell, CEO of Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee; Don Crichton, board member of Boys & Girls Club; Ginny Wright,
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Your Gift Supports Our Kids’ Mental Health
Seven-year-old Addy has been attending the Club at Hampshire Unit School for over a year. This summer, she was enrolled at our Mt. Pleasant Elementary location. It was there that two Youth Development Professionals, Ms. Abby and Ms. Elise, noticed some concerning behaviors from Addy. Addy had begun distancing herself from her peers and was not participating in group activities. One day, they saw her tearing up while working on an art project. Elise and Abby pulled her aside and asked some questions to figure out what was going on.
5th Annual Pulaski Great Futures Luncheon coming up on November 2nd!
We are excited to announce the 5th annual Pulaski Great Futures Luncheon: A Hero Celebration will be held on Thursday, November 2nd at First National Bank (206 S. 1st St. Pulaski, TN). This year’s event is proudly presented by First National Bank and will take place from 11:30am to 1pm in the bank’s theatre room.
First Farmers and Merchants Bank Receives Boys & Girls Club C.A.R.E. Award
First Farmers and Merchants Bank received the C.A.R.E. award from the Tennessee Area Council of Boys & Girls Clubs. The C.A.R.E., or Children are the Reason for Excellence, award recognizes an individual or business for their outstanding in-kind or direct support to their local Boys & Girls Club.
Announcing our 3rd annual Great Futures Gala on Friday, Sept. 22nd!
Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee will host its third annual Great Futures Gala from 5-8:30pm on Friday, September 22nd at Puckett’s Downtown Columbia. First Farmers & Merchants Bank is the presenting sponsor for the 2023 Great Futures Gala.
Your Gift Helps Working Parents Like Jimmie
Destry and her sister Charlotte are two of the sweetest kids you will ever meet. When you walk in the Club, Destry is one of the first kids who will come up with a smile and start talking to you. The two girls are being raised by their mom Jimmie – a single mother who, despite working hard as a restaurant manager, still makes being the best mom she can be her top priority. Their family has faced some tough challenges.
NOW HIRING: Site Coordinator Level 2s – Spring Hill, TN
We currently have TWO openings for Site Coordinator Level 2s in Spring Hill, TN. The Site Coordinator is a year-round entry-level management position responsible for ensuring a safe facility where policies and procedures of the organization are being upheld. Daily tasks include planning, implementation, and evaluation of specific programs for youth between the ages of 5 and 18 at designated Club site.
Puckett’s Donates $6,000 to Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee
Jay Powell, Columbia Daily Herald | April 17, 2023 As longtime supporters of Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee, Puckett’s and A. Marshall Hospitality began this week by presenting a $6,000 check to the nonprofit. The funds were the result of a recent competition as part of the
Boys & Girls Club Receives Grant Funding to Expand Mental Health Programs
We have received grant funding from the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation in support of our health and wellness programs for youth across the county. This funding is provided through the Eslick Daniel Youth Health Initiative Fund. This year’s grant also included funding from the Foundation’s Behavioral Health Fund to expand the Club’s mental health programs.
Area Director Christian Wyatt Earns Certified Praesidium Guardian Designation
Committing to the highest standards in sexual abuse prevention, Christian Wyatt has been deemed a Certified Praesidium Guardian (CPG) by Praesidium, a national leader in risk management of sexual abuse of vulnerable populations.