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POCATELLO — Lindsey Westburg, executive director of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Magic Valley and on behalf of the board of directors of the Boys & Girls Clubs of
TWIN FALLSÂ â The 8,000-square-foot expansion project at the Twin Falls Boys & Girls Clubs of Magic Valley is an augmented space to help kindergarten and teen programs thrive. It has been up-and-running since mid-September. Completed in 18 months, the expansion includes not only more space for more kids, but allows greater opportunities for Magic Valley youth who want to learn and grow in their community.
âWe just finished a capital campaign in which our club raised $2.1 million, and that expansion is for our K-Netic program and our teen program, Executive Director Lindsey Westburg said. The lower level is for the K-Netic or those kindergarten kids, and (the teenagers) have gone from two small office spaces to having their own center, which is in our second level of expansion.â
Q & A with Director Lindsey Westburg
How has COVID affected the Boys & Girls Club s ability to fundraise this year?
We have had to cancel two of our fundraisers this year due to COVID. Along with this, we have seen an increase with expenses due to operating more hours, more often and with fewer kids but more staff. We have also had to purchase additional equipment and supplies to allow our members to complete their schoolwork while they are at the club.
What are some of the things peopleâs donations are going toward right now?
Donations will go to programming supplies, teen night meals, school supplies, scholarships, additional supplies for cleaning/sanitizing and staffing.