Stoneham MA: Boys & Girls Clubs of Stoneham & Wakefield is proud to
announce that the 7th Annual Dodging for Dollars fundraiser raised over $56,000
to support local youth. The dodgeball tournament held May 18th through the 30th
surpassed its fundraising goal of $50,000. This year’s fundraiser was U.S.A themed
and paid homage to 2024 being an election year.

When asked about the event, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Stoneham &
Wakefield said,“this year’s Dodging for Dollars went so well. We are so
appreciative of everyone who came to play dodgeball with us to raise money for
our kids. We absolutely love being able to host community members in our clubs
and hope they get a taste of the spirit and fun that our clubs bring to so many kids,”
says Adam Rodgers, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Stoneham & Wakefield. “The
money raised will go directly towards helping vulnerable families and children in
the community.” The funds raised from Dodging for Dollars will help the clubs
continue to develop innovative programs and charitable initiatives.

For the games themselves, twenty five teams participated in games throughout the
month of May. Teams ranged from luxury transportation providers, leaders in law,
healthcare professionals, local families and many more. The team that really stole
the show was Boston Chauffeur. Led by founder Mark Kini the Boston Chauffeur
team raised over $8,000 for the cause. “The Dodgeball tournament is always a lot
of fun,” says Kini. “I am a lifelong Wakefieldian and growing up we did not have a
Boys & Girls Club. I got into a lot of trouble as a younger person. The structure of
the clubs and diverse programs the club offers are making a difference in the kids
today.”

Other teams that participated in the event included: Calabrese & Getty Unholy
Alliance, Colonial Park Ballers, Cinch IT, Team Regan (Facilico), Team Stromski,
Team Saugus, Team Reppucci, C-4 Analytics, NBM Inc, Alumni,Team Fiore &
Guillaume,Team Rizzuto, AmConCorp, SV Design, Insperity, Northern Bank,
Boston Chauffeur, Mass Pay, Fitzgerald Physical Therapy, HDPT Physical
Therapy, Middlesex County District Attorney’s Office, Middlesex County Sheriff’s
Office, Evergreen Financial Partners, CM&B.

To donate to your favorite team and players please visit: bgcdodgeball.com

To see pictures from the entire event, click here: Dodging for Dollars Facebook
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Wakefield, MA – The Boys & Girls Club of Wakefield will celebrate its 10th anniversary on Friday, February 29th. 

Established in 2014, the Club has become a cornerstone of support, mentorship, and empowerment for local youth.

“We are happy to have become part of the town’s social safety net. Whether it is child care, holiday gifts, or recreational activities, our goal is to serve this community to the best of our ability for many more decades to come,” said Adam Rodgers, Boys & Girls Clubs of Stoneham & Wakefield CEO.

Over the past ten years, The Boys & Girls Club of Wakefield has provided a safe and nurturing environment for children and teenagers in our community. The club’s commitment to fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of belonging has made a lasting impact on countless young lives. The development of specialty programs including STEM workshops, art courses, music production, and the award-winning Esports program led by Wakefield Club specialist John Cordero have established the site as a forward-thinking group dedicated to re-imagining the limits of opportunities for youth to learn and grow.

Adam Rodgers continued, “We are immensely proud of the journey we’ve shared with the community for the past ten years. The success stories and transformations we’ve witnessed inspire us to continue our mission of enabling all young people to reach their full potential.”

To commemorate this exciting milestone, the Wakefield Club will be hosting a celebration event that will showcase the achievements of the past decade and also highlight the club’s vision for the future. The anniversary celebration will kick off with a community open house on Friday, February 29th, from 3:30-5:30, inviting local residents, supporters, and alumni to revisit the club’s accomplishments. 

As part of the celebration, The Boys & Girls Club encourages members of the community to also support the club by joining the Wakefield Birthday Club. We also encourage members to share their memories, experiences, and success stories related to the club on social media using the hashtag #BGCW10thAnniversary. 

For media inquiries, event details, or information on how to get involved, please contact:

Em Sheeran
Communications Director
[email protected]