Mission
We strengthen Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale through our endowment
Ruling year
1995
Executive Director
Jenna Higgins
President/CEO
Ivan Gilreath
Main address
10533 E. Lakeview Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85258 USA
EIN
86-0767778
NTEE code
Boys and Girls Clubs (Combined) (O23)
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Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Youth Development Programs
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Scottsdale serve school-age youth through a variety of programs including homework assistance, technology centers, teen centers, career exploration, job assistance, sports and recreation, art classes and leadership development. In addition to program development, Boys & Girls Clubs of Scottsdale provide programmatic and executive training for Club professionals nationwide.
Where we work
External reviews
Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Percentage/number of students on track for graduation
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Children and youth
Related Program
Youth Development Programs
Type of Metric
Outcome - describing the effects on people or issues
Direction of Success
Increasing
Number of clients served
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Children and youth
Related Program
Youth Development Programs
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Number of youth served at BGCS at nine (9) Club locations.
Number of students showing interest in topics related to STEM
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Children and youth
Related Program
Youth Development Programs
Type of Metric
Outcome - describing the effects on people or issues
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Number of students who participated in DIY STEM (hands-on, activity based STEM activities) and technology programs.
number/percentage of students who abstained from risky behaviors including drinking, marijuana and sexual activity
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Adolescents
Related Program
Youth Development Programs
Type of Metric
Outcome - describing the effects on people or issues
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Based on BGCS high school members confidentially surveyed. This compares to a national 74% abstention rate using the most recent Center for Disease Control and Prevention Youth Risk Behavior Survey.
Goals & Strategy
Reports and documents
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Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
1. Grow the Endowment: We will be a source of financial support to ensure Club capacity building and sustainability.
2. Innovate: We will be a strategic partner with Club to explore new ideas and programs that bring joy and educational opportunities.
3. Invite: We will serve as Club Ambassadors to help impact the community through signature event and active Board engagement.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
1. Endowment Management and Growth (to support Club Ops Budget)
2. Community Involvement and Partnership to Serve as Club Ambassadors
3. Innovation Fund to Ensure Club Sustainability and Relevance
4. Foundation Best Team and Talent
5. Board of Trustees Growth and Development to become "The Board of Choice"
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
1. Endowment Management and Growth (to support Club Ops Budget)
*Grow the endowment through new dollars (through Planned & Annual Giving)
*150 Barker Legacy Society by Jan. 2025
*IN5 Mid-Sized Donors: 1 in 5 Club Donors become BLS members
2. Community Involvement and Partnership to Serve as Club Ambassadors
*Educate Donors on Planned Giving
*Formalize education and alignment of Trustees to be Ambassadors (mission moments)
*Expand Scholarship Fund with Annual targets
*Foundation Trustee representation at Club community events
*Grow the BLS "Adopt a Donor" approach
3. Innovation Fund to Ensure Club Sustainability and Relevance
*Establish "Innovation Fund" and determine best ways to deploy funds
*Establish "Refresh our Clubs" Capital Fund
*Host annual "Evening of Innovation"
4. Foundation Best Team and Talent
*Evaluate staff roles and responsibilities to ensure adequate resources
*Create a Plan for Full-time Executive Director
*Alignment with Club: Board of Governors and Board of Trustees. Follow BGCS Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
*Evaluate the need to add or rent Administrative/Project Support staff
5. Board of Trustees Growth and Development to become "The Board of Choice"
*Determine what skills/demographics we want on the board. Compare to the existing board. Set recruiting plan. "Wait list"
*Conduct Board Self-Assessment at Annual Board of Trustees Retreat (invite donors) Ensure Board Diversity. Snowbirds++
*Update selection process for chair/ex-committee. Review and update Committee Charters and Objectives
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
This is a 5 year plan. BGCS Foundation 2025 Strategic Framework was recently approved on 10/20/2021but the first year report card has not been completed or submitted at this time.
2021-2022 Fiscal year
*$465K new money added to the endowment
*12 new Barker Legacy members added
*(2) IRA mailings; (1) Wills and (2) Barker Legacy mailings in
*Wills education & BofA invitations for generalized market updates/education
*Innovation fund $7k raised and $3k granted
*Executive Director moved from PT to FT status
*On-going discussion on DEI Initiative
How we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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Who are the people you serve with your mission?
Club Kids at nine branches.
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To identify legacy giving interest., To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
We aim to collect feedback from as many people we serve as possible
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale Foundation
Board of directorsas of 03/09/2023
Mr. Charlie Smith
Weber Group, Managing Partner
Term: 2022 - 2024
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Mark S. Bosco
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Connie Mariano
MD, FACP President and Founder, Center for Executive Medicine
John L. Stull
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April Ward
Director, Schwab Asset Management & Solutions
Ora Zutler
Progress Residential, Senior Vice president, Data Strategy
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes
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