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Honoring Roger von Ting at the 2025 Blue Door Bash

We are proud to announce that Watson Land Company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Roger von Ting, will be honored as our 2025  Individual Champion for Youth at this year’s Blue Door Bash: Waves of Possibility on October 11 at the Aquarium of the Pacific! For nearly 25 years, Roger has been a steadfast …

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Marathon Petroleum to be Honored at 2025 Blue Door Bash

We are proud to announce that Marathon Petroleum will be honored and inducted into the BGCC Hall of Fame at this year’s Blue Door Bash: Waves of Possibility on October 11 at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Their dedication and generosity have made a lasting impact on our youth and programs. For decades, Marathon employees …

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson Celebrates 20 Years of Leadership Under CEO Kim Richards

Carson, CA – [June 26, 2025] – Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson (BGCC) proudly celebratesthe 20th anniversary of its transformative leader, Kim Richards, who has served as ChiefExecutive Officer since 2005. Over the past two decades, Richards guided the organizationthrough unprecedented growth, increased visibility, and life-changing outcomes forthousands of youth and teens in the …

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Apple and Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson Offer Digital Programming for Local Youth

In collaboration with Apple, Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson (BGCC) is offering coding and creativity programming, helping prepare Carson youth for careers of today and tomorrow and equipping them with critical workforce skills, including problem solving and teamwork. “At Apple, education is in our DNA—and we know technology can open doors to new opportunities …

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Spreading Kindness for Mental Health Awareness Month!

On May 7th, we hosted a Mental Wellness Event led by Jasmine and Dr. Tinson from the H.A.V.E. Foundation. The event was designed to promote kindness, connection, and emotional well-being in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Jasmine and Dr. Tinson introduced the purpose behind the Kindness Cups — to encourage students to spread kindness …

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Ormat Partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson to Support Healthy Lifestyles Programming

(Carson, CA) Ormat Technologies, a leading renewable energy provider is partnering with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson (BGCC) to support its Healthy Lifestyles program for elementary school students. Through this partnership, Ormat will fund sports equipment for students to use throughout their after-school athletic programming. This will support over 150 students each year …

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson Celebrates Lights on Afterschool

On October 25, 2024, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson celebrated Lights On Afterschool, an initiative highlighting the essential role of afterschool programming for children, families, and communities. We celebrated with incredible community partners, offering face painting, sweet treats, balloon animals, and more. The event featured an interactive podcast booth, an energizing Zumba tutorial, …

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In-kind donations save Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson thousands of dollars each year. 

Right now, BGCC has a high demand for the following in-kind donations:

  • Gently used books – all ages
  • Business attire – male and female for high school students
  • Art supplies – new pencils, crayons, paint and markers
  • New or used laptops for Club members 

Please contact our Development Assistant, Marlene Loretto, for assistance in making an in-kind contribution at 310.522.0500 or by email at [email protected]

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Jeremiah Milbank was a remarkable person and lifelong volunteer who gave generously to Boys & Girls Clubs programs. It is through his legacy that Boys & Girls Clubs of America created The Jeremiah Milbank Society as a way to pay tribute to local Club donors on a national level.

The society was created to inspire and recognize higher level unrestricted giving from individuals within local Clubs. Each member of the society has given a minimum of $10,000 to their local Boys & Girls Clubs organization. Through their leadership and generosity, Jeremiah Milbank Society members have helped to assure that every young person who attends Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson is provided with hope and opportunity, through a safe place to learn and grow, and have adult mentors who positively impact their life.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson are honored to have Jeremiah Milbank Society members, who support the work that goes on at our Clubs. We thank them for their generosity and their unwavering dedication to the youth in our community.

The benefits for joining the Jeremiah Milbank Society includes recognition throughout Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson materials and national recognition within the Jeremiah Milbank Society catalogue.

For more information about the Jeremiah Milbank Society contact:
Melissa Wickman, VP of Development & Marketing
310-522-0500 ext. 205 • [email protected]

Diana’s commitment to lifting up the voices of the community began in Wilmington as the youngest community organizer and Honorary Mayor of Wilmington. Diana continued organizing with the California State Assembly where worked with leaders in various cities and neighborhoods to advocate for the advancement of education equity, immigration justice, supportive services, and reentry programs. She most recently served as the Neighborhood Revitalization manager with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles leading the implementation of an innovative framework to improve the quality of life of residents in the city of Long Beach through sustainable partnerships and creating a model for collaboration across neighborhoods. Her efforts were commended by the Long Beach Rescue Mission awarding her partner of the year for creating lasting connections across all sectors.
Nina's passion for the non-profit sector began in 2011 with the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation. Over the course of five years, she led the Foundation's fundraising endeavors, initially focusing on district-level initiatives before stepping into the role of President. In 2015, she joined The Friendship Foundation as the Development Director and was promoted to Managing Director shortly thereafter. Nina joined the Boys & Girls Clubs of Caron in August of 2022 bringing with her extensive experience in fundraising, event planning, and operational and strategic insight. She was honored with the National Newcomer Excellence Award in Resource Development in 2024 by Boys & Girls Clubs of America for her outstanding contributions in fundraising. Nina is active in the Manhattan Beach Rotary Club and has served as the International Chair, Vocational Chair, and Social Chair. Together with her husband, Nina has raised three boys in Manhattan Beach.
Don Abbe has 35 years of experience working in the private and nonprofit sector. He joined the Club in 2010 and ensures that every dollar is spent in the most efficient manner. Don works closely with auditors to make sure that our organization complies with all federal, state and local statutory requirements. He also ensures that all stakeholders get a complete and accurate assessment of the financial health of the organization. Don’s past nonprofit work experience includes working with the YMCA of Greater Seattle and Habitat for Humanity Los Angeles. He received a BS in Accounting and Business Management from the University of Washington. Don’s favorite Club program is Youth of the Year.