Community Partners Support Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County’s Thanksgiving Services

MONTEREY, Calif. - Nov. 14, 2014 - PRLog -- California American Water and California Water Service Company have once again joined the Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County (BGCMC) to donate turkeys and resources for BGCMC’s annual Thanksgiving Dinner and Thanksgiving Food Box program.  Each year, BGCMC hosts over 1,200 people for a traditional Thanksgiving meal that they otherwise might not have.  Additionally, the Food Box Program provides 200 of BGCMC’s most in-need families with items to prepare their own holiday meal.

Donations from California American Water and California Water Service Company help ensure local families and youth have access to a healthy and hearty Thanksgiving meal.  This year, California American Water will donate 150 turkeys to BGCMC.  California Water Service Company’s gift of $1,000 will be used to purchase additional items for the dinner and food boxes, including fresh produce, side dishes, and pies.  California American Water and California Water Service Company employees will also volunteer their time to serve food to the families at the Thanksgiving Dinner.
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About Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County (BGCMC) has played an integral role in the community for over 45 years.  BGCMC provides a safe haven for over 800 children and teens a day, offering programs that focus on Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character & Leadership. BGCMC operates Clubhouses in Seaside and Salinas, extension sites at El Sausal and La Paz and Fairview Middle Schools, and a site at the CHISPA Sea Garden Community in Castroville.  Club members are offered mentoring and guidance to maintain on-grade school progression, graduation from high school, and prepare for college and careers.  Nearly 90% of the total budget comes from generous individuals, corporations and foundations. The Clubs are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. during summer and school breaks, and from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. when school is in session.  Additional information is available at www.bgcmc.org or via phone at 831-394-5171.