Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield one step closer to opening

MARSHFIELD – The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield has reached 85% of its $1 million fundraising goal, bringing a local Club closer to reality. Right now, the first-ever Marshfield site is set to open June 16.
This initiative, led by the Boys & Girls Club of Portage County, is a direct response to the voices of local families, schools and community leaders who know how important it is to invest in our youth. With support from the Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce, the School District of Marshfield and the entire community, this new Club will provide safe, supportive and enriching summer programming for children at Grant Elementary.
The $1 million goal will fund the start-up costs and the first two years of operations for the Club. This includes opening a school-based location for elementary students at Grant Elementary this summer, hiring and training dedicated youth development professionals, providing impactful programs, opening a school-based location for the 2025-26 school year at Lincoln Elementary, and laying the groundwork for a future stand-alone Boys & Girls Club facility.
This initiative is made possible in part by a $500,000 leadership gift from Jon and Annette Vandehey, who have committed to matching every additional dollar donated — meaning contributions now go twice as far.
To help the Boys & Girls Club reach their goal and make a lasting impact on the lives of youth in Marshfield, donations can be made at https://tinyurl.com/yu89wxt7.
To learn more about what’s ahead for the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield, visit https://www.bgclubpc.org/marshfield.
The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield will offer programs focused on academic success, healthy lifestyles, and character development. Our goal is to empower children and teens with the tools they need to build great futures.