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How can I make a donation, and is it tax-deductible? 

Donating to the Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena is easy! You may give by mailing a check, visiting our website and giving online (through credit card or ACH payment), or calling our offices and giving over the phone. All donations made to the Club are tax-deductible.

What are the different ways I can give? 

There are several ways you can give to the Club. You can send a check to our Slavik Branch located at 3230 E. Del Mar Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107, visit our website and give online (credit card and ACH payments are accepted), or call our offices and give over the phone. You may also support the Club through planned giving through our 1937 Legacy Society (linked to page), employer matching gifts (linked to page), donor-advised funds, and gifts of stock. Additionally, we accept in-kind donations of school and office supplies all year round. If you are interested in donating supplies or have any questions, please reach out to Sara Langley, Development Manager, via email sara.langley@bgcpasadena.org or 626-449-9100x105.

How will my donation be used, and what impact does it have? 

Your donation will directly support the programs and resources that help local kids and youth thrive. It ensures that Club kids have access to safe, welcoming spaces where they can build friendships, receive academic support, explore their interests, build strong relationships with mentors, and develop the confidence they need to succeed. Your generosity will help provide life-changing opportunities for over 1,500 Pasadena and Altadena-area kids and teens. 

Can I designate my donation to a specific program or Clubhouse? 

Absolutely! If you are donating by check, simply include a note with your desired designation. For online gifts, you can indicate your preference in the comments section of our giving form. For all other giving types, or if you would like to confirm your designation, please feel free to give call Sara Langley, Development Manager, at 626-449-9100x105 and we would be happy to assist you!

What percentage of my donation goes directly to programs and services? 

77% of your donation goes directly to programs and services, ensuring that Club kids receive the support, mentorship, and resources they need to build Great Futures for themselves. For a detailed breakdown of how donations are used, please click here (link to Annual Report page).

Does the Club accept corporate sponsorships or partnerships? 

Yes! The Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena welcomes corporate sponsorships and partnerships. We work closely with businesses to create meaningful opportunities that align with their philanthropic goals while making a positive impact on the lives of local kids and youth. Whether through event sponsorships, program funding, employee engagement, or in-kind donations, there are many ways to get involved. To learn more, please contact Anne Lee, VP of Development, via email anne.lee@bgcpasadena.org or 626-449-9100x104.

Are there fundraising events I can support or sponsor? 

Yes. Each year, the Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena hosts Black Tie & Burges, our signature fundraising gala, to raise critical funds for the kids who need us most. There are many ways to support this special event – from purchasing a ticket to becoming a sponsor or donating an auction item. Black Tie & Burgers takes place every October. For more details on sponsorship or participation, please contact Sara Langley, Development Manager, via email sara.langley@bgcpasadena.org or at 626-449-9100x105.

In addition to our gala, we aim to host at least one other fundraising event each year. Stay updated by following us on social media and reaching out directly to learn more.

Can I include the Club in my estate planning or will? 

Yes! We believe in the power of extraordinary gifts that leave extraordinary impact in the lives of Pasadena-area children. When you leave the Club in your estate plans or will, you will join the 1937 Legacy Society, which helps with our long-term fiscal sustainability. Legacy gifts advance our long-term initiatives, operations, special projects, and the impact of our programs. Through including us in legacy planning, you ensure the continued vitality and growth of the Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena. To learn more, please click here.

Will I receive a receipt or acknowledgement for my donation? 

Absolutely! As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena will provide you with a formal tax acknowledgement letter for your records. Your generous donation is tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Additionally, we are proud to recognize our donors in the Club’s Annual Report as a valued part of our mission. If you would like to remain anonymous, please include a note accompanied with your gift.

Are there volunteer opportunities for donors to get involved directly? 

Yes! The Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena has a robust volunteering program for donors who want to volunteer one time or on a recurring schedule. From homework help to athletic coaching and career planning to beautification projects, volunteers are at the heart of what we do. Connect with our Community Engagement Coordinator, Michael Fenn, via email michael.fenn@bgcpasadena.org or at (559) 779-2441 to learn more about volunteer opportunities.

How can I become a Volunteer? 

• Volunteers must be at least 15 years of age
• They must complete and send to the Volunteer Coordinator (michael.fenn@bgcpasadena.org) a Volunteer Application.
• You will have an interview with the Volunteer Coordinator to provide you with information about the Boys and Girls Club of Pasadena and to learn more about you, your experience in working with youth, your interest in working with our Club Members as well as special interests or talents you have.
• If you volunteer more than 16 hours a month or 32 hours in a year with our Club Members, you must take the Mandated Reporter Online Course.
• Finally you will attend a Volunteer Orientation hosted by the Volunteer Coordinator. We typically conduct the orientation via Zoom which takes between 30 and 45 minutes.
• You will submit to a background check (at no charge to you) to ensure a safe environment for our Club Members while at the Club.
• If you are 18 and older, you will also need to have a LiveScan fingerprinting done that is linked to the Boys and Girls Club of Pasadena. This is also no charge to you,

What types of volunteer opportunities are there? 

Volunteers provide valued service to the mission of the Boys and Girls Club of Pasadena. They assist our Youth Development Professionals deliver programs to Club Members. Volunteers may work in the Learning Center, Art Center, STEM Lab, Gym or Teen Center. Both Clubhouses have swimming pools but we require volunteers for this area to be certified lifeguards.

Volunteers provide timely help to our staff during PowerHour (homework help) by working with Club Members in a specific age group. Volunteers may also tutor Club Members who would benefit from additional one to one sessions. Math, reading and language are the primary areas where we provide tutoring, but we are often able to provide help with more advanced topics (e.g., Chemistry, Algebra, etc.).

Volunteers who have unique skills or talents may propose to provide classes beyond what we are offering (e.g., dance, computer coding, chess, origami, etc.).

Volunteers may individually or as a group assist the branches with special projects to maintain our facilities or enhance them.

What qualifications or requirements are there to volunteer?

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• Having worked with minors is a positive (caring for siblings or babysitting is good).
• Bilingual (i.e., Spanish speaking) is not required but can be beneficial.
• Be competent in basic academic subjects such as reading, writing and math.
• Have good communication skills and the ability to talk with Club Members from age 5 to 17.
• And we look for volunteers with positive attitudes and a demeanor that our Club Members will want to be around!
• Background checks are mandatory and at no cost to you. They are done annually and check for felony convictions or being a registered sex offender.

What is the time commitment for volunteering?

• Minimum of 30 hours is requested.
• Minimum of at least one day per week and two to three hours per visit.

Are there opportunities for corporate teams and groups volunteering?

We have hosted multiple groups from the private sector, community organizations as well as social groups. We have found that we must keep the maximum number of volunteers to between 20 to 30 but no minimum number. Acceptance of group or team volunteers is contingent on day of the week, number of hours, and a project that benefits the Club and the interests of the organization providing the volunteers.

Do we train or provide an orientation?

BGCP does not provide advanced training to volunteers but looks for skills or experience that will allow them to contribute to the program. We do require all volunteers who will work with our Club Members on an ongoing basis to attend a Volunteer Orientation. This is typically done via Zoom and lasts between 30 to 45 minutes.

Can Volunteers request to work with a specific age group?

Volunteers can state a preference for an age group but may be assigned to a different age group as determined by member attendance, staffing and number of other volunteers already working with an age group.

Only adult volunteers (over the age of 18) work with Teens. High School students with Club Members 12 and younger; they do not volunteer in the Teen Center.

Do we offer remote or virtual volunteering?

We do not currently offer opportunities for remote or virtual volunteering. Our Club Members benefit most by direct interaction with volunteers.

Who should I contact for volunteering opportunities?

The Volunteer Coordinator Michael Fenn is the primary contact for the various opportunities to volunteer at the Boys and Girls Club of Pasadena. He can be reached at michael.fenn@bgcpasadena.org or (559) 779-2441.