Building Teen Futures
Opening More Doors for
Tomorrow’s Leaders
Capital Campaign • Case For Support
Imagine the Possibility of a New Teen Center
“Everyone at the teen center feels like family, and we want to be able to grow in all aspects of our life as a family in an adequate facility”
Our Future Campus
Mission Statement
“To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.”
The Potential…
Help open the door and give them possibilities.
Let’s Help Our Future Workforce
There are 2,682 teens in Chicopee right now.
Plans of High School Graduates:
15.7% Want to go to work after graduation.
29.9% Have no idea what they want to do after graduation.
We will provide
- A Safe Place for Teens.
- Financial Literacy – to help teens reach their goals.
- Resume & Interview Prep – to ensure teens are successful.
- Post-Graduation Options – exploring post-secondary education, military and trades so they can have a great future.
- Goal Setting – to increase self-confidence, develop their work ethic and build perseverance.
We are the only independent organization in the City that offers robust programming specifically designed for teens.
Current Teen Center
Future Teen Center
our programs are proven!
100% of our teen members say…
- my club is a safe, positive environment
- I feel a sense of belonging
- i am cared about
- i am accepted for who i am
“A new teens center is needed because it is important for the teens of this community to have a safe, positive place to go that is full of people that want to help them be as successful as they can be as they become young adults.”
– Kiara Gonzalez, Alum, Current Admissions Coordinator
and Past Youth of the Year
Teen Center Rooms Include…
Study Zone – An area where teens can complete their homework without distraction. This area will allow for speakers to come in and focus on workforce development, including resume building and financial literacy.
Digital Media Lab – Teens interested in music production or podcasting will have the technology needed to be creative, including a recording studio.
Zen Room – A calm and relaxing room where teens can have a safe space to regroup and decompress after a tough day.
Club Café – Nutritious snacks and meals are a big part of development, and recruitment, for teens. This is a space where they can learn to cook for themselves, and operate a concession stand for outdoor events.
Gaming Den – A teen space would not be complete without an area for esports, video games, and virtual reality.
Why Wait?
Help us reach OUR potential and create YOUR future workforce.
Your gift will help teens lead healthier, more active and more connected lives – regardless of their background or financial situation.
For more information, please visit www.bgccteencenter.com
How Can You Help?
We are opening more doors for tomorrow’s leaders. Help us reach our goal as we help to create your future workforce.
Let’s Get Moving!
Steering Committee Members
Kevin Vann, Chair
The Vann Group
George Flevotomos
Demayo Properties
Kimberly Quenneville
Dufault, Vann & Carella
Jeffrey Sattler
Liberty Bank
Paul Stallman
Alias Solutions
William Stetson
Rumbleseat Bar & Grill
Monica Torres
City of Chicopee Mayor’s Office
Donna Wiley
PeoplesBank (Retired)
Jason Reed, Executive Director
Boys & Girls Club of Chicopee
Lynn Morrissette, Marketing & Development Director
Boys & Girls Club of Chicopee
Board Members
Mike Vogel – President
Westfield Bank
Tracy Hebda – Vice President
iSolved
Dr. Jacqueline Pleet – Secretary
Roberto Nieves – Treasurer
Common Capital
Jason Levine, Esq. – At Large
Jason L. Lavine Law, P.C.
Alayna Anderson
BaconWilson
Ann Dargie, Esq.
Family Law of Western Massachusetts, P.C.
Ben Garvey
HUB International New England
Angela Gotay-Cheverez
Freedom Credit Union
Rob Houle
Unity Financial & Insurance Group
Sarah Mailhott
Mount Holyoke College
Julia Marrero
BaconWilson
Malar Patel
Google
Kate Riley
Riley Home Realty
Danielle Rosario
PeoplesBank