BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF SKAGIT COUNTY

In 2024, Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County continued to inspire and empower all young people to realize their full potential as productive, caring, responsible adults in their community. With operations fully stabilized post-pandemic, the organization prioritized innovation, professional development, and expanded access for youth and teens across the county.Membership demand continued to exceed facility capacity, with attendance remaining strong and consistent. Clubs invested in additional staff to maximize access points until space and financial limitations were reached. Staff retention remained among the highest in the nation, with professional development opportunitiesincluding international exchanges in Wales, Mexico, and Italyproving instrumental in strengthening organizational culture and long-term stability.The organization expanded its global footprint through World Youth Clubs partnerships. In summer 2024, a delegation of Welsh youth visited Skagit County, launching an international exchange program that fostered leadership, teamwork, and cross-cultural understanding among both local and visiting teens . The Club also deepened its partnership with Clubs de Nios y Nias del Baja California Sur, supporting program expansion and community gardens in Cabo San Lucas through staff giving campaigns and matched contributions.Domestically, program quality was strengthened by integrating best practices in mental and behavioral health, expanding the Club Mentor Program, and enhancing STEM and workforce development initiatives. Independent evaluations confirmed that youth participants reported stronger feelings of physical and emotional safety, aligning with national outcomes that show two-thirds of alumni credit the Club with saving their lives.Key performance benchmarks from Boys & Girls Clubs of America reaffirmed Skagit Countys national leadership: top rankings for lowest management turnover, high program staff stability, and exceptional board engagement. Clubs remained in the top 20% nationwide in youth experience scores and financial health ratios.Major community milestones included the preparation for the Variety Showcase, an innovative event replacing the Annual Breakfast in 2025, designed to center youth talent and expand fundraising capacity . Additionally, new partnerships with schools, local government, and law enforcement advanced community safety, program reach, and strategic growth.By years end, Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County not only served thousands of meals and snacks to local youth , but also positioned itself for future expansion through strategic planning and investments in staff, facilities, and global linkages.Copies of annual and mid-year reports, as well as external evaluations, are available at skagitclubs.org or by request from the Chief Operating Officer.