Boys & Girls Clubs Of America Receives $30 Million Private Gift From The Larson Family Foundation
The unprecedented contribution will support 4.6 million kids and teens across the nation
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ATLANTA, Dec. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --
Dale Larson, president of the Larson Family Foundation and former CEO of Larson Manufacturing has announced a $30 million gift to Boys & Girls Clubs of America to help further its mission of helping all young people reach their full potential. This transformational donation will provide critical support for more than 4.6 million youth across the country.
"A gift of this magnitude is not only an investment in our organization, but an investment in the young people we serve. This critical support will ensure that local Boys & Girls Clubs have the talent, training, capacity and resources they need to serve the youth and families that depend on them every day," said Jim Clark, president and CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of America. "We are so grateful to Dale and the Larson Family Foundation for recognizing the urgent needs facing kids and teens through their support of Boys & Girls Clubs. This generous gift will serve more youth, more often and with more impact, while ensuring long-term sustainability of vital services to many communities."