At Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County, Leadership & Workforce Readiness is one of our key priorities. Through programs like Youth of the Year and College & Career Readiness, we help teens build the confidence, leadership skills, and experience they need to pursue their goals beyond the Club.

Youth of the Year is Boys & Girls Clubs’ premier recognition program, celebrating members who demonstrate leadership, achievement, and service. This year, eight teens from our Seaside and Salinas Clubhouses stepped forward to compete.

Thanks to you, thousands of Monterey County youth experienced an action-packed, productive summer. The inspiring stories in this Summer Impact Report share just a few examples of the many triumphs and resources the club provides. We are grateful to you, and the many other philanthropists who support our young people. As you will see, through the pictures and articles, your investments are making a lasting impact on our community!

Our 2026-2027 Pacific Youth of the Year, Nianti, is headed to New York City to compete in the 2026 National Youth of the Year event. Since 1947, the National Youth of the Year program has honored and celebrated our nation’s most inspiring youth and their incredible achievements.

Meet Isaiah Nickerson, our Salinas Clubhouse Director who has been an integral part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County (BGCMC) for the past 11 years!

A big thank you to California American Water for selecting us as a recipient of the Foundation’s 2026 Water and Environment Grant—one of just eight nonprofits chosen across California.

Meet Beth, our Senior Director of Special Events and one of the powerhouse leaders behind some of the most exciting and impactful moments at Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County!

For the first time ever, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County is making its Summer Academy completely FREE for local families!

Excitement filled our Clubhouses as our high school seniors proudly revealed their next big adventure during this year’s Decision Day celebration! 🎓✨

We are still celebrating our very own Youth of the Year, Nianti, for being named the Boys & Girls Clubs of America 2026 Pacific Region Youth of the Year!

Excitement is building as members of our Keystone Club prepare to travel to Orlando, Florida for the National Keystone Conference hosted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of America!