Laguna Beach, CA – The Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach held its annual Community Partners Breakfast on February 26, 2026, presented by Team Laguna and The W Collection, bringing together community leaders, partners, and supporters to celebrate the collective impact made for local youth.
The event welcomed dedicated volunteers, generous philanthropists, corporate partners, and community leaders whose support helps strengthen programs and opportunities for young people served by the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach (the Club).
During the event, the Club recognized outstanding community partners for their contributions in 2025:
- Corporate Partner of the Year – Montage Laguna Beach
• Agency Partner of the Year – UCI School of Social Ecology
• Program Partners of the Year – Caterina’s Club and Tony’s Treehouse
• Community Leader of the Year – Cliff Cheng, Jatain Family Foundation
• Legacy Awards – In Honor of Pete Snetsinger and Ward Blackburn
• Crevier Legacy Alumnus Award – Kelsey Laroche
A special tribute was given to the lasting impact of Pete Snetsinger and Ward Blackburn, whose dedication and support helped shape the Club and strengthen the community. Their legacy continues to inspire future generations.
Kelsey Laroche was honored with the Crevier Legacy Alumnus Award for her leadership and commitment to giving back, exemplifying the spirit and values of the Club.
The Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach extends its gratitude to Snooze A.M. Eatery and the Kiwanis Club for serving breakfast, as well as Jedidiah Coffee for providing coffee and helping create a welcoming start to the morning.
Through the continued support of community partners and leaders, the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach remains committed to empowering young people and building brighter futures for young people throughout the community.
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 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.