Club Happenings
BGCNW 2023 Golf Tournament
Join us for the Club’s annual golf outing on October 10th at GlenArbor Golf Club! We are pleased to announce Board member, Steve Alvarado will again be acting as the Golf Committee Chair! Follow this link to view sponsorship, ticket, and journal pricing. Register here today
BGCNW 2023 Spring Gala
On June 2nd, 2023 more than 300 people joined in the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester’s (BGCNW) gala celebration. The theme of the evening was real storytelling with the common thread being how the Club serves as a second home changing the trajectory of generations. Club Co-Presidents, Anne Citrin and Emily Stoddard, who
2023 Spring Gala
It’s a Storytelling Event! The BGCNW will be honoring philanthropists Kimberly & Andrew Handler on June 2nd at The Apawamis Club in Rye, NY with an evening of celebration and storytelling about the importance and impact of family, philanthropy, and the Club. We will be featuring the stories of Club Alumni Stuart Marwell, Eric Mitchell,
BGCNW to Host Another Teen Boutique
Following the success of the Teen Boutique in the fall of 2022, BGCNW has once again partnered with The Sharing Shelf to host a Spring Boutique for teens from families in financial need. This time it will be a coed event for young people aged 13 to 19. Donations and volunteers are wanted for the
BGCNW Marlins Swim Team Wins National Championship
During the first weekend in April, 125 members of the BGCNW Marlins swim team made their way to St. Petersburg, FL to compete in the annual Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Swimming Championship. The competition spanned over 2 ½ days in a 22-lane, 25-yard outdoor pool at the North Shore Aquatics Complex. Clubs
Annual National Youth Outcomes Initiative Survey
In March, Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester (BGCNW) will be administering our annual Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) Nation Youth Outcomes Initiative (NYOI) survey to members aged 9 and up. The survey asks members about their perception of the Club and measures indicators of youth achievement in BGCA’s priority areas. The
BGCNW Launches 2023 Youth of the Year Program
In November of 2022, Club teens attended an orientation to learn about the Youth of the Year program. Since 1947, the Youth of the Year program has honored and celebrated the nation’s most inspiring youth and their incredible stories. The Youth of the Year is a prestigious honor bestowed upon an exemplary teen in recognition of
BGCNW Marlins Attend Winter Jr. Nationals in Greensboro, NC.
This week, 3 Marlins attended the USA Swimming Winter Junior Nationals is Greensboro, NC. This is a prestigious National level meet with approximately 1000 of the countries top swimmers. Hudson Chung, Lucy Walker, and Erik Nadecki represented BGNW. Hudson swam 500 freestyle, 200 butterfly, and had a personal best time in the 100 butterfly. Lucy
BGCNW Holiday Sharing Program
Secret Santas Wanted! For many the holidays are a time of joy and cheer; but for our Club families living at or below the poverty level, they are a time of stress and despondency. Please consider sponsoring a child or family in need this holiday. For more information, please contact Barbara Cutri, chair of the
Blue Santa is Coming to BGCNW
On Tuesday, December 20, Westchester County Police Department and Blue Santa will be visiting the Club with their tank full of toys to deliver some Christmas cheer!
On The Daily
Dreaming Big at BGCNW
The Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester celebrated its 30th annual Humanitarian Award Gala at Brae Burn Country Club on June 5, 2025. The theme of the event was “Dream Big” and featured three Club alumni who had pursued their dreams thanks to the lessons learned and support provided by the Club. There were
Mother Cabrini Health Foundation Funds Wellness Program
The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation is a private nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of New Yorkers, bolster health outcomes of vulnerable communities, eliminate barriers to care, and bridge gaps in health services. Named after a tireless advocate for immigrants, children, and the poor, the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation funds
2025 Youth of the Year
On March 26, 2025, BGCNW celebrated its Annual Youth of the Year Award Ceremony at its facility, located at 351 E. Main Street, Mount Kisco, NY. The evening event, which was attended by 130 supporters and friends of BGCNW, featured inspiring speeches by seven extraordinary teens who earlier in the evening were interviewed by a
Youth Advocates Fight For Funds in Albany
On January 28th, CEO Alyzza Ozer, along with Director of Teen Programs Christopher Beaudreault, and Donor Impact Officer John Tunas, traveled with 18 Club teens to the State Capitol to advocate for important funding for afterschool programs and services. The teen prepared for months to understand legislation so that they might speak with state lawmakers,
Clubsgiving 2025
On November 26, 2025, BGCNW hosted its annual Thanksgiving Celebration with over 300 attendees. As they have done for the past 4 years, Temple Shaaray Tefila coordinated the preparation of all the food for the feast. This year, Club teens assisted with the preparation as part of their Club and Community service. BGCNW volunteers assisted
Hats Off to 85 Years!
It was Hats Off to 85 Years as more than 400 friends and supporters of the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester (BGCNW) were on hand June 7 for the 29th Annual Humanitarian Award Gala. The theme of the event — Hats Off to 85 Years –celebrated the Club’s 85th anniversary this year. The
BGCNW Youth of the Year 2024
BGCNW celebrated its Annual Youth of the Year Award Ceremony on March 26 at Crabtree’s Kittle House in Chappaqua. This was preempted by a semi-final event on March 21 to narrow the field of 12 candidates down to 5 finalists. The 12 candidates were: Roselyn Carreno, Senior at Brewster High School; Beberlyn Confesor, Junior at
BGCNW Advocacy
Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester Director of Programming Athenia Lee, Associate Director of Teen Programming Daniela Perez-Torres, and Middle School Head Counselor Daniel Beaudreault traveled to Albany along with 13 teen leaders to advocate on behalf of youth programming statewide. Boys & Girls Club CEO Alyzza Ozer said students prepare for months to understand
Having a Fin-tastic Time!
On Wednesday, January 8, 2024, WPIX 11’s Ben Aarons joined our preschool classes for a quick dip and a lesson in water safety. The spot aired live on the Morning Show, and then was later featured at during the 5pm news. The BGCNW Learn-to-Swim program teaches over 1,000 children annually to be water-safe. With drowning
BGCNW Launches Mental Wellness Program
Recognizing the need for mental health services, the Club has started a comprehensive Wellness Center program to benefit youth ages 3-18 who participate in programming, their families, staff, and community members. The growing prevelence of mental health issues among children and adoleschent is resulting in a rise in substance abuse, violence, and suicide, according to
