Laguna Beach, CA — From February 8 to March 2, 2025, Ross Stores, Inc. partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs of America for the 11th annual in-store “Help Local Kids Thrive” fundraiser. As part of this nationwide campaign, the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach was awarded $1,276.37 to support its Power Hour homework help program.
The three-week fundraiser invited customers at Ross Dress for Less® stores to donate at checkout to benefit their local Boys & Girls Clubs. The Ross Stores Foundation matched the first $500,000 raised, further amplifying the impact of customer contributions.
The funding received by the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach will support Power Hour, a program that provides members with dedicated time and support for completing homework, strengthening academic skills, and developing positive study habits. Ross is the national sponsor of Power Hour, helping ensure youth have access to safe, structured learning environments during out-of-school hours.
“The generosity of Ross Stores and their customers means the world to our Club,” said Danny Panduro, Chief Program Officer at the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach. “This kind of support reflects a true commitment to our Club members’ academic success. It’s more than just a donation, it’s an investment in their potential, their confidence, and their future. We’re incredibly grateful for this continued partnership.”
Since its inception, the “Help Local Kids Thrive” campaign has raised more than $50 million to support Boys & Girls Clubs nationwide. Every dollar raised during the fundraiser helps Clubs provide high-impact programs and opportunities that prepare youth for great futures.
For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach and how you can support, please visit our website at www.bgclagunabeach.org.
About the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach
Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach serves over 4,000 youth per day in the Laguna Beach, Lake Forest, Aliso Viejo, and Mission Viejo areas. The Club’s mission is to empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential by promoting their healthy social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach, visit www.bgclagunabeach.org or call (949) 494-2535.