07/10/2026
Today, we closed the chapter on another unforgettable summer of YWCO Girls Club, and our hearts are so incredibly full.
The laughter that echoed through the hallways, the friendships that blossomed, the confidence that grew, and the memories made over the last several weeks are things we will carry with us long after today. Saying goodbye is never easy, and yes… there were definitely tears shed as we hugged our girls one last time before they headed home for the summer.
Girls Club has always been so much more than a summer program. It is a place where girls are encouraged to dream bigger, find their voices, build lifelong friendships, discover their strengths, and know that they are capable of anything. Every smile, every challenge overcome, every dance, every craft, every lesson, and every moment spent together helps shape not only these incredible girls but our entire community. The impact of Girls Club reaches far beyond our walls, creating confident, compassionate young leaders who will continue to make a difference wherever they go.
To every parent and guardian, thank you for trusting us with your daughters. It has truly been an honor to watch them grow, learn, laugh, and shine this summer. Thank you for allowing us to be a small part of their journey.
A very special thank you goes to Howard B. Stroud Elementary School and Dr. Beverly Harper for graciously allowing us to call your school home this summer. Your generosity and partnership made it possible for us to create another incredible Girls Club experience, and we are deeply grateful for your support.
And to our amazing counselors, staff, volunteers, guest speakers, community partners, and everyone who poured their hearts into this program—thank you. Girls Club is what it is because of each of you.
To our girls: remember that once you’re a Girls Club girl, you’ll always be part of our family. Keep believing in yourselves, keep lifting each other up, and never stop chasing your dreams. We are so proud of every single one of you.
We’ll miss you more than words can say, but this isn’t goodbye forever—it’s simply “see you next summer.”
Until then… thank you for another beautiful, inspiring, and unforgettable Girls Club summer. 💜✨