What they call their work
What they do
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Child Welfare Professional Training & Capacity Building 1 activity
- Child safety training and capacity buildingParticipates in ongoing child safety training through seminars, conferences, webinars, and a semi-annual safety symposium to strengthen organizational practices and safeguard youth.
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Youth Safety and Protection Programs 1 activity
- Facility operations and safety managementOperates a youth facility on Vermont Street opened in 2013, maintains security systems installed in 2018, conducts annual safety assessments, updates crisis management plans, and performs criminal background checks for all staff, board members, and volunteers with child contact.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Fundraising eventsHosts an annual fundraising event called Dash for Cash each November to support Club operations.
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Youth Health and Wellness Education 1 activity
- Health and wellness promotionImplements Triple Play and Healthy Habits programs to promote physical activity, good nutrition, and overall well-being among members ages 6–18, with curriculum focused on healthy lifestyles and relationships.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Junior Staff programEngages youth members in operational roles such as office support, snack-bar duties, and greeting parents, providing real-world work experience and responsibility within the Club environment.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Leadership and character development programsRuns structured youth leadership initiatives including Torch Clubs for ages 11–13, Passport to Manhood for boys in grade 6+, SMART Girls for girls in pre-adolescence and adolescence, and the Youth of the Year program that recognizes members for service, academics, character, and public speaking.
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Corporate Sponsorship Programs 1 activity
- Sponsorship recognitionDisplays customized 4' x 8' vinyl banners for business sponsors in the Club's gymnasium as part of sponsorship agreements.
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Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Education 1 activity
- Substance use and risk prevention educationDelivers SMART Moves program for youth ages 7–15 to prevent substance use and early sexual activity through skill-building in refusal techniques, decision-making, and media literacy.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Summer youth programsOperates annual summer programming for youth in grades 1–8, including Hoops Camp (June 29–July 2, 2026), free Summer Recreation (July 6–August 6, 2026), and fee-based Prime Time After-Hours activities.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Youth development programming during school yearProvides after-school youth development services for grades 2–12, including academic support through Power Hour, homework assistance, and monitoring of school performance via report cards. High school students participate in free membership programs.
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Photography and Creative Arts Competitions 1 activity
- Youth media and creative expression programsOffers creative engagement through an Instagram Club that allows members to contribute content to the organization’s official Instagram account and hosts an annual ImageMakers Photography Contest for member-submitted photographs.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Alumni gym accessProvides scheduled gym access to alumni, with communication about availability through fliers and direct outreach.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| BRIAN TAVERNIER | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $75K |
| TARA GREENLEY | TREASURER | 3 | $3K |
- ADAM FINLEY — DIRECTOR
- AMBER HUSMAN — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN BROWN — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN SLATTERY — DIRECTOR
- CHRIS O'BRIEN — DIRECTOR
- ERIC LAWTON — DIRECTOR
- JESSICA MURPHY — CHAIRMAN
- JILL DIX — SECRETARY
- KATHY PRENDERGAST — DIRECTOR
- KIM LEACH — DIRECTOR
- LAURA STANISZEWSKI — DIRECTOR
- LYNETTE CRACCHIOLA — DIRECTOR
- LYNN MCCABE — DIRECTOR
- MATTHEW ROTH — VICE-CHAIRMA
- RAY PFEIFFER — DIRECTOR
- RICH BENDER — DIRECTOR
- RICK COPPOLA — DIRECTOR
Who they work with
- BANK OF HOLLAND Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of America Network — Member organization affiliated with the national Boys & Girls Clubs of America network.
- Brian Tavernier Government — Contact person for planned gifts and securities donations
- Centers for Disease Control Government — National partner in developing safety practices for youth-serving organizations
- Crossbar Athletics Partner — Partner organization hosting and selling Boys & Girls Club of Holland merchandise
- FBI Government — National partner in developing safety practices for youth-serving organizations
- FERGUSON ELECTRIC Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- HOLLAND AMERICAN LEGION Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- HOLLAND CHIROPRACTIC Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- HOLLAND EYE CENTER Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- HOLLAND HARDWARE Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- HOLLAND KIWANIS CLUB Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- HOLLAND PHARMACY Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- HOLLAND SOUTHTOWNS TIRE Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- HOLLAND WILLOWS Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- Holland Central Schools Partner — Local partner, including coordination with School Resource Officer
- Holland Kiwanis Partner — Co-runs the Terrific Kids member-recognition program focused on character development and self-esteem.
- INEX INCORPORATED Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- KRYSTAL DERN - REALTOR AT ERA Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- Local Law Enforcement Partner — Local partner for safety and security coordination
- National Center for Missing & Exploited Children Partner — Partner for child safety guidance and policy development
- National Children’s Advocacy Center Partner — Partner for child safety training and policy guidance
- Praesidium Partner — Partner for child safety expertise and access to a 24-hour toll-free Child Safety Hotline
- ROLLING HILLS PAR 3 GOLF COURSE Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- THERAPEUTIC LINK FOR CHILDREN Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- TOM GREENAUER DEVELOPMENT Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- TREE CARE OF NY Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- TW SIGNS Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
- Town of Holland Partner — Local partner through collaboration with the Disaster Coordination Committee
- UPSTATE AUTO GROUP Partner — Business sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Holland.
How they approach the work
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- Integrated Wellness Approachmethodology: integrated_wellness_modelBy embedding nutrition education, physical activity, and emotional well-being into daily Club routines, we promote holistic health because integrating wellness into familiar environments increases participation and sustains healthy behaviors.
- Positive Youth Development Modelmethodology: positive_youth_developmentBy providing structured support and programming focused on character, fitness, and peer relationships, we empower youth—especially those most in need—to reach their full potential, because engagement in holistic development fosters long-term success.
- Skills-Based Prevention Educationmethodology: skills_based_preventionBy using interactive methods like role-playing and group discussion, we build resistance, decision-making, and assertiveness skills to prevent substance use and early sexual activity, because experiential learning leads to stronger behavioral outcomes than didactic instruction.