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Reflecting on 2025: Transforming Lives and Opening Doors to Brighter Futures Across the Plateau
As we welcome the new year, we reflect on the unforgettable memories made in 2025 and the countless families and young people we were able to serve. None of this would have been possible without the compassion, generosity, and unwavering support of our community members and partners across the Plateau. We began the year with tremendous honor as the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) recognized Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau (BGCP) as one of the nation’s top-performing Clu

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3 days ago5 min read


INSPIRING FUTURE LEADERS ON THE PLATEAU
The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau hosted students from Blue Ridge Early College, Highlands School, and Summit Charter School for two incredible learning experiences. On Wednesday, October 29th, Juniors from three different high schools gathered for the Junior Leadership of the Plateau event, a day dedicated to exploring what it truly means to be a leader. The program was made possible through the support of the Leadership Cashiers Class of 2023, the Cashiers Area Chamber o

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A Homecoming Celebration for the Rocket Man
John “The Rocket Man” Godbold traded his rockets for hiking boots, embarking on a two-month journey across Spain to walk the 500-mile Camino Francés in support of the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau’s STEM program. That is 1.5 million steps total, each one taken to inspire young scientists and engineers of tomorrow. Through his trek, John raised nearly $35,000 to support STEM education at the Club. A former rocket scientist and operations engineer with NASA and the Space Shu

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3 days ago2 min read


Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau Welcomes New Resource Development Director, Kayla Deaton
Earlier this year, the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau (BGCP) proudly welcomed Kayla Deaton as its new Resource Development Director. In this role, Deaton oversees fundraising initiatives, donor relations, communications, and community engagement efforts that help sustain the Club’s growing programs across Highlands and Cashiers. A graduate of Western Carolina University in 2020, Deaton has called the area home for nearly a decade. She began her career in Weddings & Events a

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3 days ago2 min read


The 26th Annual Lights On Afterschool
Thursday, October 23rd, you may notice colorful works of art displayed around town—each one created by the youth of the Plateau. These special pieces are more than just decorations; they are part of Lights On Afterschool, an annual nationwide celebration that shines a spotlight on the many ways afterschool programs help students learn, grow, and explore new interests. Launched in October 2000, Lights On Afterschool is the only national event dedicated to celebrating afterscho

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3 days ago3 min read


Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau to Host Congressman Chuck Edwards for Site Visit Focused on Afterschool and Summer Learning
The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau, the largest afterschool and summer learning program in Jackson County, was honored to host...

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Sep 5, 20252 min read


Clubs Helping the Club: Local Country Clubs Provide Unforgettable Summer Experiences for Plateau Youth
The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau (BGCP) extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Chattooga Club, The Club at High Hampton, The Country...

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Sep 5, 20252 min read


The Abell Teen Club Ribbon Cutting
The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau proudly celebrated the grand opening of its new Abell Teen Club with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that...

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Aug 5, 20252 min read


Walking for BGCP
John “The Rocket Man” Godbold is trading rockets for hiking boots as he prepares to walk 500 miles across Spain in support of the Boys &...

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Jul 2, 20251 min read


The Abell Teen Club Ribbon Cutting & Open House
The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau is thrilled to invite the community to the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House for the...

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Jul 2, 20251 min read


Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau Hosts Graduation for Read 2 Learn Students
The Read to Learn (R2L) program, a pivotal initiative aimed at bolstering the literacy of Cashiers area students struggling with reading,...

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Jul 2, 20251 min read


Another Successful May Fest at the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau
The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau held its annual May Fest event on Saturday, May 3rd, at the Club’s headquarters located on Frank...

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Jul 2, 20252 min read


Students Seize Opportunity to Find Out More About Career Fields
On Thursday, April 24, the Country Club of Sapphire Valley hosted a dynamic career conference in collaboration with the Boys & Girls Club...

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Jul 2, 20252 min read


BGCP Competes in Youth of the Year
Earlier this month, sixteen-year-old Alex R, a member of the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau since Kindergarten, traveled to Raleigh to...

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Jul 2, 20252 min read


Boys & Girls Club and WCU to host star-gazing event
The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau, in partnership with Western Carolina University’s Department of Chemistry and Physics, will host a...

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Mar 27, 20252 min read


May Fest Scheduled to Take Place May 3rd
The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau will be hosting its free May Fest event at the Club’s headquarters on Frank Allen Road in Cashiers...

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Mar 11, 20252 min read


Summer Camp Registration Now Open
The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau (BGCP) is excited to announce that summer camp registration is now open for its three locations: the...

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Mar 11, 20252 min read


The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau Recognized by Boys & Girls Clubs of America
The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau (BGCP) has earned national recognition from Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) as one of the...

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Mar 11, 20251 min read


A Valentine from the Boys & Girls Club
This Valentine’s Day, The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau expresses heartfelt gratitude to the local organizations that supported them...

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Mar 11, 20252 min read


2024 Bright Futures Tournament at High Hampton Winners
Golf Champions & Runner Up's Men Women 17 Under Par 8 Under Par John Lehotsky Joan Brodnik Sammy...

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BGCP Children Thank Donors For Their Contributions in 2023 with Valentines
The Boys and Girls Club of the Plateau is thanking the local organizations that have provided their support through grants in 2023. The...

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Mar 7, 20241 min read


Chamber Discusses Child Care Needs
The Highlands Chamber of Commerce hosted speakers from the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau and The Literacy & Learning Center last week...

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Mar 7, 20241 min read


BGCP Breaks Ground on Teen Club
Standing as a beacon of the future. a bright blue door faces northwest and looks to the gray sunset, along with an excavator and a ladder...

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Mar 7, 20243 min read


Waite is a rising star at BGCP
Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau CEO Carmen Waite has a new feather in her cap this month after being named Rookie CEO of the Year by the...

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BGCP Reading Program
Learn more about our reading program and how you can help! Please view the attached Plateau Literacy PDF to learn more about the program.

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Sep 22, 20231 min read


Recognizing the generosity of David & Jackie Abell
Thank you to the Abell's for their $1,500,000 Pledge.

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Feb 21, 20231 min read


Thank you, Joe and Kathy Sanderson!
Joe and Kathy Sanderson have given a $250,000 Capital Donation

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Gift from the Gregory Family
Pictured are Dr. William and Mrs.Mel Gregory who gave our Club a $100,000 gift and they have also pledged!

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Nov 19, 20221 min read


Hayes family $100,000 donation and pledge
Jerry & Cris Hayes

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Oct 14, 20221 min read


Results from our BGCP High Hampton Golf & Croquet Tournament
Thank you to the competitors, sponsors, and attendees! Golf Team - Winners - Ralph Hayes Toyota Robert Hayes, Sr. Robert Hayes, Jr. Pete...

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BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE PLATEAU NEARS COMPLETION OF NEW FACILITY
Announces Major Gift for Keller Pavilion By Kara Addy November 12, 2021 — Cashiers, N.C. — Things are looking up at the Boys & Girls Club...

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Our children and youth need us, and we need them. Our nation’s future is in their hands.
Living on the Highlands - Cashiers Plateau can make the rest of the world seem distant at times, but we are connected to it in many ways....

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Jun 18, 20202 min read


Flashback Friday
On Fridays, we play Warball. Warball is a dodgeball variation game that heavily emphasizes team play, strategy, and communication. It has...

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Apr 17, 20203 min read


Club meal assistance during COVID-19 closure
We understand that for many in our community, food security is a challenge during this time. The Club is partnering with the Library...

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Mar 17, 20201 min read
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