“I will forever be thankful for the Club as it has been the key to my success unlocking passions that drive me and forming the confident person I am today.”
— Jorge Ontiveros
98%
feel they are coping with their challenges
92%
feel a sense of belonging
91%
believe they can stand up for what is right even if friends disagree
94%
are setting and achieving goals
Student Spotlight | Jorge Ontiveros, 17yrs
Jorge has been a Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica member for six years and is our 2021 Youth of the Year. A remarkable student, Jorge stands out for his positivity and how he has adapted to working a fulltime job to support his family, completing his school work, applying for colleges and leading volunteer activities at school and the Club. Jorge says, “The disadvantages that we face can be our greatest advantages in life as I’m proud of the obstacles I have overcome and I’m ready to inspire others that the sky is not the limit.”
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meals distributed to local families in 2020
91%
members report a boost of self-confidence
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149
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