Katie Howell's BGCC Fundraising Campaign

Katie's Personal Connection with BGCC...

My first interaction with the BGCC was when our youngest son, John, started working as a high school mentor for the Club. It was a great job for him in so many ways -- and it definitely boosted his confidence by being able to help the younger kids.  

Fast forward a few years, and I was approached about joining the BGCC Board. I am so honored to be a part of this group and grateful to work with our amazing director, Jill Jacobson.  

The BGCC does so much for our Coastside Youth (such as staying open during Covid, offering after-school programs for elementary, middle, and high school kids, and so much more!) 

I'm incredibly grateful that they could take over the Cunha Sports program. Both of our boys played sports throughout middle school; it was an important part of their lives. Our boys learned about teamwork and commitment through Cunha Sports and made lifelong friendships. I can't imagine a middle school without sports! 

Please join me in supporting BGCC during Coastside Gives.

- Katie

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To learn more about BGCC...continue reading for more details.

Our programs focus on providing local youth 

 the tools they need to take on the world.  

We offer programs that meet the needs of local families in our community. BGCC provides a safe place for academic support, social-emotional connection, and opportunities for physical activity (recreational and competitive). BGCC has expanded programs beyond middle school, including elementary-aged children through high school. AND...BGCC maintains numerous facilities in the community  --  the Event Center is the best known!

Our Impact

For thirty years, BGCC has supported the Coastside providing programs and services that positively impact local youth. Thanks for being a part of our success!

Here are some examples of how BGCC steps up for the Coast:

BGCC offers comprehensive after-school programs, including tutoring, mentoring, homework help, access to computers and internet, fitness, and enrichment for students in grades 5 to 12.

BGCC provides an on-site Youth Behavioral Specialist for social and emotional support for staff, Members and their families.

BGCC funds and manages BGCC~Cunha After-School Athletics, which offers 8 sports -- basketball, cross country, flag football, soccer, tennis, track and field, volleyball, and wrestling -- for over 450 girls and boys in middle school.

BGCC sponsors the Pumpkin Bots, a competitive robotics team for high school students to offer local Coastside students real-life STEM experiences.

BGCC hosts a Teen Center offering a welcoming space for high school students providing help with homework, college and job applications, and community service opportunities.

BGCC supports working families with camps during school breaks for youth in grades 1 to 8.

BGCC is the first employer for many local high school graduates, giving young adults valuable work experience and providing young people with role models they can connect with and respect.

BGCC offers afterschool snacks and lunch when school is closed during the summer.

BGCC offers engaging kid-approved summer camps focused on: cooking, field games, arts and crafts, pool visits, and local field trips.

BGCC has the strictest safety protocols of any out-of-school program including annual background checks, staff certified in AED/CPR/First-Aid, trauma-informed training, Big Five Emergency Plans.

BGCC opened remote learning pods for youth without internet access during the pandemic.

BGCC partners to provide additional sports opportunities, including:

⚽ Half Moon Bay Soccer Club serves over 150 competitive soccer players ages 8 to 18

🏀 Coastside Basketball offers developmental and competitive experiences for girls and boys through programs managed by Steven Mooney, Gabe Glynn and John Parsons

⛳ Half Moon Bay Golf Links introduces golf to girls and boys and helps experienced players prepare for competitive high school golf teams.

BGCC helped raise funds to build and maintain facilities, including:

• Event Center
• Cunha Soccer Complex and tennis courts
• Half Moon Bay High School baseball field, softball field, and football fields.
• Skate Park at the Ted Adcock Community Center

Your contributions fund academic, sports, social-emotional, and enrichment programs for 1100+ youth and build/maintain facilities used by 5000+ community members.

BGCC IMPACT VIDEOS 

Looking for a fun and engaging way to learn more about BGCC? 

Watch these videos featuring our talented alumni, passionate students, and knowledgeable staff.  Tune in now to discover exactly what makes BGCC so special!  Just click on the short video you want to watch...