Built on Real Connections

One of the coolest parts of this partnership is how real it is. Many Strike Force players grew up in Boys & Girls Clubs themselves. They know what it means to walk through these doors, to have a safe place after school, to be surrounded by mentors and teammates. So when they say they want to give back, it’s not just talk. They mean it. And you can feel that in everything they’re doing with us this season.

What This Means for Our Kids

This partnership opens the door to experiences that go way beyond the field.

Our kids will:

• Attend live games at Frontwave Arena
• See the Club recognized on the jumbotron and throughout the arena
• Participate in a free football clinic led by Strike Force players
• Connect with athletes who are role models both on and off the field
• It’s about more than football. It’s about exposure, confidence, and showing kids what’s possible.

What It Means for the Club

We’re also gaining visibility in ways that help us grow our impact:

• Our name and mission will be featured inside Frontwave Arena
• We’ll be highlighted across the Strike Force’s social media and website
• We’ll have a built-in fundraiser through ticket sales

It’s the kind of exposure that helps us reach more families, serve more kids, and strengthen our presence in the community.

What It Means for the Strike Force

For the Strike Force, this partnership is about staying connected to the Oceanside community in a real way.

They’ll be practicing right here at our Oceanside Clubhouse throughout the season—fully integrated into the rhythm of the Club. And as they’ve said themselves, being here just feels like home.

A True Win-Win

At the end of the day, this partnership is about connection.

Between athletes and kids.
Between past and future.
Between community and opportunity.

It’s a shared commitment to something bigger. We couldn’t be more excited to see where it goes next.

We’ve got some exciting news… giving to Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest San Diego just got even more powerful.

We’ve officially launched Double the Donation, a brand-new feature on our website that helps you double (or even triple!) your gift—in just a few clicks.

Millions of dollars in matching gift funds go unclaimed every year. This tool helps make sure we don’t leave that impact on the table.

Wait… What Is a Matching Gift?

We’re glad you asked! Many companies offer matching gift programs, meaning they’ll match donations their employees make to nonprofits like ours.

That means:

• You give $50 → your employer matches $50 → we receive $100
• You give $100 → matched → $200 impact

It’s one of the easiest ways to make your generosity go further without giving more out of pocket.

Meet Double the Donation

Our new tool makes finding and submitting your company’s matching gift quick and seamless. No more digging through HR portals or guessing if your company participates.

Now, you can:

✔️ Search your employer instantly
✔️ See if they offer matching gifts
✔️ Get step-by-step instructions
✔️ Submit your request right away

All in real time.

How It Works (Takes Less Than 2 Minutes)

Here’s how to double your donation:

1. Make your gift: Head to our donation page and give as you normally would.
2. Search your company: During the donation process, you’ll be prompted to type your employer’s name in the search bar.
3. Get your match info instantly: If your company participates, you’ll see exactly what they match and how to request it.
4. Submit your request: Follow the simple steps provided—many take just a minute or two.

That’s it!

Why This Matters

Matching gifts help us:

• Serve more youth across Northwest San Diego
• Expand programs in academics, sports, and leadership
• Provide safe, supportive spaces for kids and teens every day

Try It Today

Next time you give, take an extra 60 seconds to check if your company will match your donation. It’s simple. It’s fast. And it can make a huge difference for the kids and families we serve.

Together, we can do more and now, we can double it.

It started with leadership and grew with community.

Dear Friends of the Club,

We did it! Thanks to the generosity of more than 145 donors, our Meet the Match campaign raised $436,000—an incredible show of belief in the kids and families we serve.

We are deeply grateful for the seven dedicated donors who believed in our mission and recognized the meaningful impact we have on the lives of the youth we serve with a collectively pledged $425,000 matching gift. Their leadership and generosity helped set the tone for a truly inspiring campaign.

And they weren’t alone.

Gifts ranged from $25 to more than $50,000, each one a powerful reminder that people care about our kids, our Clubs, and the future we’re building together.

Every contribution, no matter the size, reflected a shared belief in what’s possible when a community stands behind its young people.

Because of this collective generosity:

• Our food insecurity program continued to provide reliable, nutritious meals to youth who depend on us.
• Our social and emotional wellness efforts offered safe spaces, trusted mentors, and the support kids need to grow with confidence and resilience.
• Our academic support programs were strengthened, helping youth stay on track, make progress, and reach their full potential.

This campaign wasn’t just about dollars raised, it was about people showing up, standing with us, and demonstrating that our youth matter. We are honored by the trust and care that our community continues to show.

A special thank you to the 7 match starters:

• The Seth Sprague Educational and Charitable Foundation
• The J. Douglas & Marian R. Pardee Foundation
• Keith & Pamela Fox Foundation
• Tracy Family
• Wild Wisdom Foundation
• Barbara Ann Steel Charitable Foundation
• David and Tina Thomas

 

With heartfelt thanks,