Oceanside, CA (March 2017) –Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside’s R.O.A.D.’s program received $4,000 from the Legacy Endowment Community Foundation. This program provides opportunities and activities for adults with disabilities to reach their fullest potential.
The R.O.A.D.’s Program has become a strong presence in North San Diego County, known for providing opportunities for adults that have an intellectual or developmental disability, to learn life skills through real life experiences. The goal is to enhance the quality of life for persons with developmental disabilities by creating an environment to learn, grow and be involved within the community. Through the program, members participate in educational, social and life skill activities. It includes everything from financial literacy, to classes on self-defense, yoga, zumba, volunteering at the local Senior Center, gardening and so much more! In addition, members take group field trips to the San Diego Zoo, local restaurants, and the Oceanside Harbor. The program runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
“Thanks to the $4,000 grant from the Legacy Endowment Community Foundation and the visionary compassion of Elisabeth Wilson, we are able to enhance the quality of life for persons with developmental disabilities” said Jodi Diamond, CEO. “Not only does the program teach life skills, but it also provides a safe place for members to be in community with one another. The opportunity the Club provides through this program is critical in positively impacting this community.”
About Legacy Endowment Community Foundation
The Legacy Endowment Community Foundation is a non-profit public charity established in 1994 to serve donors, award grants, and provide leadership to improve the quality of life in North County. With a focus on the future, and an intrinsic knowledge of the community, the Legacy Endowment Community Foundation helps increase impact on the community. Contributions are tax-deductible under section 501(c)(3), 509, and 170 of the Internal Revenue Code.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside
Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside (BGCO) is a youth development organization that is dedicated to providing a safe, fun and enriching environment for youth to spend time during non-school hours. During the school year, we serve 1,275 youth daily, providing stimulating and quality Science, Technology, Research, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STREAM) activities. In addition, we offer a unique program to adults with disabilities, called R.O.A.D.’s.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside is a local, independent organization affiliated with Boys & Girls Clubs of America. The BGCO raises 100% of the funds that support our life changing programs through individual giving, events and grants. 100% of those funds stay right here in North County to serve youth in our local communities.
We continue to uphold our mission: to inspire, develop and enrich young people to reach their fullest potential as confident, responsible and caring members of society. To learn more, please visit www.bgcoceanside.org .
