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What time is it? Summer time! Log out of zoom and hop into summer with the Flint & Genesee Literacy Network. This week we’re kicking off our Summer Learning Days with Community & leadership. Stay tuned all summer long for fun activities, programs, and resources to help you and your family make the most of your summer! #SummerMatters #FGLNSummer #SummerLearningDays
Featured Partner: Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Flint
Offering the list of Summer Learning Programs: CLICK HERE
CORE VALUES
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COURAGE- Do what is right despite the risk
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CHARACTER- Live with honor and never forget our word is our bond
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EXCELLENCE- Seek to achieve greatness in all we do
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INCLUSION- Respect and encourage each individual’s ideas and contributions
- Programs focus on leadership, community service, and career exploration including:
- Summer Youth Initiative (Teens)
- Youth Development Professionals-in-Training (Teens)
- Neighborhood Engagement Hub (Teens)
- Flint STRIVE (Teens)
- Youth For Unity (Youth)
Special Events
ATTEND. SPONSOR. VOLUNTEER.
Each year our organization hosts a variety of events to raise funds to support our mission. 100% of all proceeds directly benefit Flint and Genesee County youth by providing after-school and summer programming.
See events here: https://www.bgclubflint.org/events
Civic Youth Leadership Academy
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8-week program for Flint teens that provides an in-depth look at government
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Includes hands-on demonstrations that provide an insider view of City of Flint operations
Find out more info here.
Flint River Watershed Coalition
Summer Learning Ideas at Home and in Your Community
Whaley Children's Center is a local nonprofit in Flint, MI that provides vital support, care and love to at-risk foster children. Their dedicated staff, mentors, and volunteers strive to empower these children to lead successful lives. Their programs are designed to teach children the necessary skills to become confident and independent adults. Learn more about what Whaley's does here.
Keep Kids Active and Healthy During the Summer
Helping to keep kids active, fit, and healthy in Flint. Learn more about their programs and how you can help here.
Genesee County 4 - H
T4-H is growing current and future leaders: growing kids who are confident and strong, curious enough to question and capable enough to find the answers; growing youth who stick to a job until the job gets done and know how to work with others, as well as lead. Learn more here.
United Way of Genesee County
United Way is the region's leader in community building through volunteerism. Check out all the opportunities to volunteer here.
Teen Action Group
TAG is a group of library teen volunteers who help with a variety of youth library programming including volunteering at programs (set-up/clean-up, help with crafts and activities, etc.), suggesting teen programs and services, and assisting with the planning of teen programs.
