Our Milestones
Tracing Our Legacy:
Key Moments and Achievements Shaping
Our Journey.
As Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County proudly marks its 30th anniversary, it’s a time of celebration, reflection, and gratitude. For three decades, we have been transforming the lives of young people, fostering their potential, and empowering them to become responsible, caring, and productive citizens. By offering a safe and supportive space, we encourage our members to overcome challenges, build meaningful relationships, and develop essential life skills. Throughout our 30th year, we plan to celebrate past achievements while looking ahead to a future filled with even greater opportunities for impact.
2023
- New food pantry at Ken Pruitt installed
- First back-to-back state Youth of the Year winner, Mia Morrison
2022
- Hosted first ever Breakfast with the Easter Bunny & Easter Egg Hunt
- Mobile Club opens
- Chuck Hill Food Pantry opens
- First state Youth of the Year winner, Mia Morrison
2021
- Opening of largest club- Westside
2020
- “The Virtual Club” was created for distance learning and connections during COVID
- The MidFlorida Event Center became home to our 2020 Summer Camp-A-Thon during COVID
- Recognized with the “Education and Career Development Program” award for “Into the Future” teens
2019
- Our 20th Club opens at Forest Grove Middle School
2018
- 21st Century program begins
- Dinner served at all Club locations due to Partnership with St. Lucie Public Schools and the Treasure Coast Food Bank
- Great Futures Teen Summit
2017
- Two school-based Clubhouses open: Allapattah Flats K-8 and Northport K-8
- One new neighborhood Clubhouse was opened: Percy Peek Gym
- Chamber of Commerce, Business and Industry Award for Non-Profit Business of the Year
- Marketing and Communications (MAC) Award
2016
- Joined Year of the Teen movement
- Implemented two award-winning teen programsâ—‹ SRQVolunteen and STAR (Students Taking Active Roles) Leadership Training
- Opened the new, state-of-the-art Tom & Debbie Shapiro Career Resource Center
2015
- Alumni & Friends launched
