our BGC South SLO team
|
Rebecca, Executive Director
When the pandemic started over two years ago, no one could have guessed the ways it would impact our South SLO kids and teens. But in 2022, parents, caregivers, educators, and youth development professionals have worries they didn't have just a few years ago.
As the leader of Boys & Girls Clubs of South San Luis Obispo County, it's what keeps me up at night. While it may be some time until our community can measure the effects of the past few years, Boys & Girls Clubs of South San Luis Obispo County is proud to share that we are serving more than 1,000 youth per year. We are currently serving youth before- and after-school in the Lucia Mar Unified School District. Making a donation today helps us continue serving our communities’ youth. A recurring monthly donation ensures that we can provide great futures, today and tomorrow. When kids have Clubs, and Clubs have you, there's nothing they can't do! Thank you for supporting Five Cities and South SLO Clubs’ kids through these challenging times and for being part of the solution. |
|
Valerie, Grover Heights Unit Coordinator
My name is Ms. Val! I am currently the Grover Heights Unit. I have worked for the Boys & Girls Clubs of South San Luis Obispo County for over 7 years. I have worked many summer, fall, winter and spring break day camps over the past 7 years supporting both youth, families and newly hired staff. I have over 20 years’ experience mentoring and teaching youth ages PreK - High School working with special needs youth, families in transition, foster families and have been a youth and family advocate for over 20 years. My favorite thing to do with our youth is to inspire them to be kind, creative, caring and responsible young adults. I love sharing my love of Legos and Outer Space with our youth, I really enjoy building lasting relationships with our youth and their families. I will end this with my favorite quote: "An Investment in a Child is an Investment in the Future" so invest wisely! |
|
Ariti, Oceano Unit Coordinator
Hello everyone! My name is Ari and I've been with BGCSLO for 2 years, working at our Oceano, Grover Beach and Shell Beach sites. I serve as a coordinator and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion(DEI) coordinator. You can find me working on establishing a safe and brave zone for our youth. As a psychology major and Anthropology minor, my love for learning about cultures and diversity has driven me to work in the field of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. My goal as a DEI coordinator is creating a sense of belonging using social-emotional programming that allows all our youth to feel here, heard and that they matter. When I'm not at work, I'm a casual indoor gardener with a love for collecting all things cute and kitsch. You can also find me making polymer clay crafts or hanging out with my dog named Ollie Bear.
|
|
Erikah, Grover Beach Unit Coordinator
My favorite hobbies are playing sports, arts & crafts, and reading. I play on an adult softball team with my dad which is fun since he was my softball coach since I was little. My favorite restaurant to eat at is Yanagi Sushi & Grill. I love to get the chicken teriyaki bowls with white rice. My favorite soda is Cherry Coke or Dr. Pepper. Three things I would want if I was stranded on an island is a survival packs that comes with all kinds of supplies, a book to read until help comes, and a satellite phone to reach out for help. I love working at the Boys & Girls Club because I’ve always wanted to be a teacher and work with kids and this job helps us in that way. We’re also mentors for the youth and we love to see their growth, accomplishments, and success.
|
|
Dan, Judkins Unit Coordinator
Some hobbies of mine are Playing Slow Pitch Softball with the veterans on Fridays another hobby I have is collecting Funko pops. One of my Favorite local restaurants is called Chachos in Oceano really good Mexican Food. My favorite drink is a Strawberry Banana Smoothie with Boba with Lychee Popping pearls. The reason why I love working here at BGC South SLO is that growing up, I used to attend the Club and just thought maybe one day I would be able to be that mentor to help the youth succeed in life.
|
|
Bella, Shell Beach Unit Coordinator
Favorite hobbies are PC gaming and playing soccer or dodgeball. Favorite restaurant is anything that serves Mexican food or sandwiches. My favorite drink is water, I drink a gallon every single day. Three things I would want if I was stranded on an island are a blanket, something to watch YouTube on and watermelon. I love BGC South SLO because it's so fun and rewarding to see how much of an impact were able to make on young minds as well as helping out families.
|
|
Jasmine, Resource Development Coordinator
My hobbies include going on adventures with my husband & dog, beach bonfires with friends, going to Disneyland, and trying every art or craft imaginable! My favorite local restaurant is The Green Olive. My favorite drink is a Unicorn Blood Soda at Dutch Bros. The three things I would want with me if I were stranded on an island: my husband, my dog, and a grove of coconut trees. I love BGC South SLO because I get to help our local youth on their journey to a wonderful future!
|
|
Mike, Admin Coordinator
Hello, I'm Mike! I was born and raised in Los Angeles. I graduated with a degree in communications at California State University of Northridge. About three years ago, I moved to the Five Cities area and never looked back. Some of my personality traits would be humorous, genuine, kind, and humble. My favorite foods are pizza, BBQ, and sushi. Just typing all of that made my stomach growl! When I'm not working, I enjoy playing video games, traveling to different places, and boxing. I love working for the Boys and Girls club because of our team dynamic in serving youth.
|
|
Elizabeth, Fairgrove Unit Coordinator
Hello, I'm Elizabeth. My hobby is celebrating Halloween Daily and also, I love to garden. My favorite local restaurants are Tacos De Acapulco and Sylvester's Burgers. My favorite drink is a caramel latte with 2 extra shots and almond milk or a super cold diet coke. If I was stranded on an island I would want an acoustic guitar, lotion with sunscreen and a supply of various seeds to plant. I love BGC South SLO because I love working with children of all ages and helping serve the community, I grew up in.
|
Youth development professionals and specialists represent the heart of what we do at the Boys & Girls Clubs of South San Luis Obispo County! Thank you to our team for doing whatever it takes for our youth members!