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where great futures start.
OUR MISSION
To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.
WHAT’S GOING ON
23RD ANNUAL GREAT FUTURES FOR KIDS BREAKFAST
This inspiring community event will feature keynote speaker Andre Reed, NFL Hall of Famer, who shares, “I wouldn’t have been inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame without my Boys & Girls Club experience!”
The Great Futures for Kids Breakfast is more than a meal—it's a rally for our community to help create Great Futures for the children and teens of Oxnard and Port Hueneme. Your support will ensure they have access to programs that foster academic success, self-sufficiency, strong character, and leadership.
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Heritage Square, 715 S A St, Oxnard, CA 93030
Let’s come together for our kids and their futures!
2025 BGCOP YOUTH OF THE YEAR: VANESSA VILLA!
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme is proud to announce Vanessa Villa as the 2025 Youth of the Year!
Vanessa, 17, a junior at Options for Youth Public Charter School, is an active member of the Harriet H. Samuelsson Teen Center in Downtown Oxnard. Growing up homeschooled, she gained confidence and independence through the Boys & Girls Club, where she discovered her inner leader and voice.
She is excited to empower others and drive positive change through art, advocacy, and action. Vanessa will be awarded the $10,000 Lisa Wong-Price Memorial College Scholarship, supporting her pursuit of higher education and career goals.
Congratulations, Vanessa, and thank you for inspiring us all!
Learn more about Vanessa by clicking here.
NATIONAL ART CONTEST
Thank You for Supporting Our Young Artists!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating the creativity and talent of our members at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum from January 23 to February 10, 2025.
It was truly inspiring to witness the incredible work displayed in:
Digital Art
Applied Art
Visual Art
Literary Art
Performing Art
We also appreciate everyone who attended the Member Ceremony on February 5th to honor their hard work and imagination. Your support helps empower our youth and fosters their passion for the arts.
Thank you for being a part of this memorable experience! To learn more about our programs, visit: https://www.bgcop.org/national-art-contest.
KINDNESS IS FREE IN THE ROSE PARADE
We hope you were able to catch our members in action at the 136th annual Tournament of Roses Parade on New Year’s Day 2025!
The Kindness is Free float, proudly listed as #4 in the lineup, was a spectacular sight, spreading a message of kindness to millions watching on TV, streaming online, and along Colorado Blvd.
Months of dedication, teamwork, and creativity from our members, staff, and community, made possible by the generous support of the Skylight Foundation, brought this stunning 55-foot float to life. Its intricate design, vibrant colors, and meaningful theme were a testament to the hard work and passion poured into every detail.
This year marked only the second time in history that the Boys & Girls Club was featured in this world-renowned parade—a true honor and milestone for our organization.
Thank you to everyone who cheered us on, whether you joined us in person, tuned in live, or caught us in the re-runs.
Together, we celebrated the powerful reminder that Kindness is Free—and it’s for everyone!
