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26Aug

Q3 Jeremiah Milbank Board Chair Academy Session 3

08/26/26
1 PM - 2:30 PM

Click Here to Register Date: August 26, 2026 Time: 1 PM – 2:30 PM ET (Noon—1:30 CT, 11—12:30 MT, 10—11:30 PT) We invite all current and incoming Board Chairs to participate in the live Virtual Jeremiah Milbank Board Chair Academy taking place over four consecutive weeks. If you’ve previously attended this training, there’s no need […]

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01Sep

Pacific Leadership Conference

09/01/26 - 09/03/26

Click Here to Register Dates – September 1 – 3, 2026 Hotel – Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Location – Huntington Beach, CA Click Here View the Pacific Conference Board Track Flyer Join Boys & Girls Club leaders from across the Pacific Region to connect, learn and celebrate our work! BGCA in partnership with regional Ambassadors […]

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02Sep

Q3 Jeremiah Milbank Board Chair Academy Session 4

09/02/26
1 PM - 2:30 PM

Click Here to Register Date: September 2, 2026 Time: 1 PM – 2:30 PM ET (Noon—1:30 CT, 11—12:30 MT, 10—11:30 PT) We invite all current and incoming Board Chairs to participate in the live Virtual Jeremiah Milbank Board Chair Academy taking place over four consecutive weeks. If you’ve previously attended this training, there’s no need […]

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09Sep

Water Safety as a Board Priority: Planning, Investment and Risk Readiness for Every Club

09/09/26
1 PM - 2 PM

Click Here to Register Date: September 9, 2026 Time: 1 PM – 2 PM ET (Noon—1 CT, 11—12 MT, 10—11 PT) A practical conversation for board leaders on ensuring water safety is considered, resourced and risk-ready, whether or not your Club operates a pool. This webinar will help board members understand their oversight and strategy […]

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16Sep

Q3 Growing Individual Giving in Rural Communities Through Board Engagement

09/16/26
1 PM - 2 PM

Click Here to Register Date: September 16, 2026 Time: 1 PM – 2 PM ET (Noon—1 CT, 11—12 MT, 10—11 PT) Individual giving is essential for rural organizations, yet many boards struggle to activate their networks and confidently ask for support. This session uses the Blueprint for Board Engagement to help rural boards understand their […]

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17Sep

Q3 Area Council Liaison Orientation

09/17/26
1 PM - 2 PM

Click Here to Register Date: September 17, 2026 Time: 1 PM – 2 PM ET (Noon—1 CT, 11—12 MT, 10—11 PT) Join us for a faculty-led session designed to deepen your understanding of Area Councils and strengthen your role within the Movement. Through expert content and small group discussions, you’ll explore the governance structure of the […]

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22Sep

Board Growth and Innovation Academy

09/22/26
1 PM - 2 PM

Click Here to Register Date: September 22, 2026 Time: 1 PM – 2 PM ET (Noon—1 CT, 11—12 MT, 10—11 PT) Strategic Growth Through Mergers and Partnerships Designed for board members and senior leaders exploring new ways to grow impact, this Academy focuses on partnerships and mergers with community‑based organizations as mission‑driven growth strategies. Participants […]

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29Sep

Clear: The Practice of Conscious Thinking in the Board Room

09/29/26
1 PM - 2:30 PM

Click Here to Register Opportunities: June 4th 1- 2:30 PM ET (12-1:30 CT, 11-12:30 MT, 10-11:30 PT) June 24th 1-2:30 PM ET (12-1:30 CT, 11-12:30 MT, 10-11:30 PT) September 29th 1-2:30 PM ET (12-1:30 CT, 11-12:30 MT, 10-11:30 PT) October 20th 1-2:30 PM ET (12-1:30 CT, 11-12:30 MT, 10-11:30 PT) Clear: The Practice of Conscious […]

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13Oct

Northeast Leadership Conference

10/13/26 - 10/15/26

Click Here to Register Dates – October 13 – 15, 2026 Hotel – Providence Omni Location – Providence, RI Click Here to view the Northeast Leadership Conference Board Track Flyer Join Boys & Girls Club leaders from across the Northeast Region to connect, learn and celebrate our work! The regional planning committee of Club professionals […]

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20Oct

Clear: The Practice of Conscious Thinking in the Board Room

10/20/26
1 PM - 2:30 PM

Click Here to Register Opportunities: June 4th 1- 2:30 PM ET (12-1:30 CT, 11-12:30 MT, 10-11:30 PT) June 24th 1-2:30 PM ET (12-1:30 CT, 11-12:30 MT, 10-11:30 PT) September 29th 1-2:30 PM ET (12-1:30 CT, 11-12:30 MT, 10-11:30 PT) October 20th 1-2:30 PM ET (12-1:30 CT, 11-12:30 MT, 10-11:30 PT) Clear: The Practice of Conscious […]

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21Oct

Q4 Jeremiah Milbank Board Member Academy Session 1

10/21/26
1 PM - 2:15 PM

Click Here to Register Date: October 21, 2026 Time: 1 PM – 2:15 PM ET (Noon—1:15 CT, 11—12:15 MT, 10—11:15 PT) Join us for a two-part training designed to deepen your understanding of the roles & responsibilities of the board and its members, the board development cycle, the board’s role in resource development, and creating […]

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28Oct

Q4 Jeremiah Milbank Board Member Academy Session 2

10/28/26
1 PM - 2:15 PM

Click Here to Register Date: October 28, 2026 Time: 1 PM – 2:15 PM ET (Noon—1:15 CT, 11—12:15 MT, 10—11:15 PT) Join us for a two-part training designed to deepen your understanding of the roles & responsibilities of the board and its members, the board development cycle, the board’s role in resource development, and creating […]

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03Nov

Southwest Leadership Conference

11/03/26 - 11/05/26

Click Here to Register Dates – November 3 – 5, 2026 Hotel – Renaissance Austin Hotel Location – Austin, TX Join Boys & Girls Club leaders from across the Southwest Region to connect, learn and celebrate our work! The regional planning committee of Club professionals has developed a top-notch event, designed to address the topics […]

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10Nov

Midwest Leadership Conference

11/10/26 - 11/12/26

Registration and More Details to Come Dates – November 10 – 12, 2026 Hotel – Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center Location – Detroit, MI

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19Nov

Q4 Board RD Committee Academy

11/19/26
1 PM - 2 PM

Click Here to Register Date: November 19, 2026 Time: 1 PM – 2 PM ET (Noon—1 CT, 11—12 MT, 10—11 PT) Join us for a lively session on Resource Development specifically designed for board members with a focus on Individual Giving strategies and best practices. This training will provide valuable insights into how board member […]

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01Dec

Southeast Leadership Conference

12/01/26 - 12/03/26

Registration and More Details to Come Dates – December 1 – 3, 2026 Hotel – Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort Location – Myrtle Beach, SC

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10Dec

Q4 Board Finance Committee Academy

12/10/26
1 PM - 2 PM

Click Here to Register Date: December 10, 2026 Time: 1 PM – 2 PM ET (Noon—1 CT, 11—12 MT, 10—11 PT) Join us for a session on the fiduciary role and responsibilities of board members. This session is designed to strengthen your collective understanding of financial governance best practices providing valuable insights into board oversight […]

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