Boys & Girls Clubs Of Indianapolis Kicks Off 125th Anniversary

Taylor Bennett

As part of a yearlong celebration, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis will kick off its 125th anniversary with a series of events on Thursday.

Highlights of the 125th anniversary kick off include:

Day of Service
Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis is seeking 125 volunteers to serve a total of 125 service hours in one day. Times are available throughout the day at all 13 clubs.

Donation Drive
Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis hopes to raise $2,500 to fund an entire day at their five unit facilities. Community members can donatehere.

Proclamation & IPL Window Lighting
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett will proclaim Jan. 25 “Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis Day” at 5:30 p.m. After the proclomation, the community is invited to take a selfie in front of the IPL building which will be lit up blue in honor of the organization.

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