OUR MISSION:
To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

Local History

The Mercer Island Boys & Girls Club opened its doors in 1969. We have been serving the youth of the community with a variety of programs, activities and services, including league sports, before and after school programs, camping activities, leadership opportunities and social recreation. Currently, we have more than 2,000 members in our programs. Our Club is one of 13 Clubs throughout the Seattle area affiliated with the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County.

National History

Boys & Girls Clubs of America had its beginnings in 1860 with several women in Hartford, Connecticut. Believing that boys who roamed the streets should have a positive alternative, they organized the first Club. A cause was born. In 1906, several Boys Clubs decided to affiliate. The Federated Boys Clubs in Boston was formed with 53 member organizations, marking the start of a nationwide movement.

In 1931, the Boys Club Federation of America became Boys Clubs of America.
To recognize the fact that girls have long been a part of our cause, the national organization's name was officially changed to Boys & Girls Clubs of America in 1990.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America marked its centennial year in 2006, celebrating 100 years of providing hope and opportunity to young people across the country.

Impact 2012

In 2007, Boys & Girls Clubs of America introduced “Impact 2012,” an effort to reach deeper into the lives of those we serve, impacting them in a lasting, comprehensive way.  The campaign revolves around three core impact areas: Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character and Citizenship. All of our program offerings focus on one or more of these core impact areas. 

Our Board

MIBGC is governed by an Executive Director with guidance from a volunteer advisory Board of Directors made up of members from the Mercer Island community. Our Board is essential to our success. Board Members provide the leadership and support that enables us to fulfill our mission each year. The Board offers guidance in policy adoption, finance, legal and insurance, building and property, human resources, marketing, and fundraising.  Thank you to Club Advisory Board!

2010-2011 Executive Committee

President: Wendy Schuler

Vice President:  Jason Farber

Treasurer: Kirk Johnson

Athletics Committee Chair: Lance Lopes

Creative Services Committee Chair:

Fundraising Committee Chair:  Brock Mansfield

Social Services Committee Chair: Nate Bahner

Secretary:  Brad Chase

Immediate Past President: Shane Kim

Board Members

Rob Aaron

Joyce Chew

Dave Dumler

John Frazier

Scott Jenkins

Kristina Kenck

Sallie Miles

Dan Nordale

Steve Poore

Guy Seaton

Gerald Swanson

Robert Thorpe

Jayme Whitman

Tom Wrona

 

Contact Us

Click here for a list of our staff.

Job Opportunities

From Club to Club and throughout the Club Service Center, dedicated and fully trained staff work in support of developing the young people of our community. Each member of our diverse and respected team is encouraged to advance professionally in their respective arena of influence. Guidance is provided through orientations, development trainings, quarterly all-staff gatherings, and direct peer-to-peer mentoring/coaching. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided to full and part-time staff.

Current Openings:

Mercer Island Program Director

Those interested in an open position are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter to:

Boys & Girls Clubs of King County
Attn: HR Department
603 Stewart Street, Suite 300
Seattle, WA 98101

Please direct employment inquires to Human Resources at hr2@positiveplace.org.

Boys & Girls Clubs of King County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

News/Press Inquires

Please contact Stephanie Davidson, Club Director, at 206.436.1949, or sdavidson@positiveplace.org.

Financials

Download our 2010 Annual Report.

Location

4120 86th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040