Club FBS

09/11/2026

Happy Birthday, Mr. Clark!

Today, we’re celebrating the man behind Club FBS and someone who has spent years simply showing up.

Showing up to teach. To mentor. To serve a plate. To create new experiences. To celebrate milestones. And yes, even to catch a wave or two.

That’s Mr. Clark.

Thank you for the time, care, leadership, and consistency you continue to pour into Club FBS and the young men who come through it.

Today, we hope you’ll join us in showing up for him. Happy Birthday, Mr. Clark!

09/09/2026

Club FBS started with a simple idea: give Young Brothers access to more.⁠
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More books that reflect them. More mentorship. More opportunities to learn about their history, build financial knowledge and develop the confidence to navigate the world around them.⁠
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And more exposure to people, places and experiences that help them grow.
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Today, that vision has grown into a community that helps Young Brothers become confident readers, critical thinkers and community leaders.⁠
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Our Young Brothers don’t pay to participate. Support from our community helps make these opportunities possible.⁠
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Through “Back to Books. Back to Bucks.” you can help us Start the Year Strong.⁠
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Give $20 or more today: www.givebutter.com/clubfbs
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09/01/2026

At Club FBS, our Young Brothers don’t pay to participate.

The books they read, the meals they share, the places they visit and the experiences they have are made possible with support from our community.

Your gift to “Back to Books. Back to Bucks.” helps make all of it possible, from books and program materials to field trips, meals, Club FBS apparel, awards and enrichment experiences.

Give $20 or more and help us Start the Year Strong.

Make your gift today: givebutter.com/clubfbs

08/25/2026

Club FBS Fundraiser!

Club FBS needs your help to start the year strong!

Between now and September 18, our "Back to Books. Back to Bucks" fundraiser will help support the resources and experiences that bring Club FBS to life for our Young Brothers.

Books and program materials. Meals and field trips. Program attire, awards and experiences that give our Young Brothers opportunities to learn, grow and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

Give $20 or more and help us Start the Year Strong.

Make your gift today: givebutter.com/clubfbs

08/25/2026

Club FBS needs your help to start the year strong!

Between now and September 18, our "Back to Books. Back to Bucks" fundraiser will help support the resources and experiences that bring Club FBS to life for our Young Brothers.

Books and program materials. Meals and field trips. Program attire, awards and experiences that give our Young Brothers opportunities to learn, grow and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

Give $20 or more and help us Start the Year Strong.

Make your gift today: givebutter.com/clubfbs

08/18/2026

Club FBS is hosting an interest meeting for families who have submitted an interest form for our 2026–2027 cohort.⁠
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Date: Wednesday, September 2⁠
Time: 6:30–8:00 PM⁠
Location: San Diego School of Leadership & Education Sciences (SOLES)⁠
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Students should plan to attend with a parent or guardian to learn more about the upcoming program year. No additional RSVP is required.⁠
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Please DM us with questions!⁠
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08/12/2026

Get to know Club FBS.⁠
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Every book we read, every conversation we have and every experience we create is designed to help Young Brothers grow with confidence, curiosity and purpose.⁠
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Through meaningful relationships, new experiences and a community that believes in every Young Brother's potential, we're helping prepare the next generation to thrive.⁠
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As we prepare for another program year, we're excited to welcome new and returning Young Brothers and continue building brighter futures together.⁠
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Learn more about Club FBS at clubfbs.com

08/05/2026

Now Recruiting for the 2026–2027 School Year!

Club FBS (Finances, Books & Sneakers) is now accepting interest forms for young men entering grades 9-12.

Entering our fourth year, Club FBS continues its mission of equipping young men with the literacy, leadership, and financial skills they need to thrive. Through engaging books, meaningful mentorship, and real-world financial education, Young Brothers grow in confidence and prepare to lead in their schools, communities, and beyond.

If you know a son, nephew, brother, cousin, or another young man who would benefit from a community that will challenge, support, and celebrate him, we'd love to meet him.

Interest forms are due August 7. Complete the interest form here: https://forms.gle/yzvSagPpLCVdZRyo8

08/03/2026

There's something powerful about organizations coming together around a shared purpose.⁠
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Recently, Club FBS joined BIGI, OUR KINGS, Young Echelon, and Greater Than Tech for the Youth Coalition Back-to-School Skate Night, welcoming more than 100 young people and their families for an evening of connection, community, and fun before the new school year begins.⁠
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We believe our communities are strongest when organizations come together in service of young people. Working alongside partners who share that commitment allows us to create even more opportunities for connection, mentorship, and growth.⁠
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Thank you to our coalition partners and every family who joined us. We're grateful to be part of a community that's investing in the next generation, and we're excited for what's ahead this school year.⁠
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07/21/2026

Literacy has been part of the Club FBS mission from the very beginning.⁠
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Founded to help increase literacy by putting engaging, relevant books into the hands of young Black boys, Club FBS continues that tradition through our annual End of Year Celebration.⁠
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This year, every Young Brother received a curated gift package featuring four books selected specifically for his grade level. Every title was chosen with intention, introducing stories and ideas designed to spark curiosity, encourage conversation, and broaden perspectives.⁠
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The books may change each year, but the goal remains the same: helping young men discover stories that challenge them, expand their perspectives, and inspire a lifelong love of reading.⁠
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What book do you think every young person should read? Tell us in the comments.⁠
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