Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) will host its annual Spotlight on Service Recognition Ceremony on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Edward Jones Headquarters in Des Peres, Missouri. The ceremony celebrates staff milestones, board members, volunteers, and new inductees into the Alumni Hall of Honor, headlined by a special tribute to Herbert Hoover Club Director Reggie Jones for 30 years of dedicated service to local youth.
Herbert Hoover Club Director Reggie Jones to Celebrate 30 Years of Changing Young Lives
ST. LOUIS (July 15, 2026) — Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) will recognize the leaders, staff, and advocates transforming the region’s youth during its annual Spotlight on Service Recognition Ceremony.
The event takes place on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Edward Jones Headquarters (12555 Manchester Road, Des Peres, MO 63131).
The evening honors dedicated staff reaching milestone service anniversaries starting at five years, alongside the volunteers, board members, and alumni who build thriving futures for thousands of kids across the bi-state area.
Event Highlights
- 30 Years of Transformational Leadership: The night marks a major milestone for Reggie Jones, director of the Herbert Hoover Club. Over three decades, Jones has guided generations of young people through direct mentorship, creating the safe, high-expectations environment members need to excel in the classroom and in life.
- Staff Milestone Awards: Dedicated team members reaching career milestones in five-year increments will be recognized for their sustained commitment to the mission.
- Alumni Hall of Honor Inductions: BGCSTL will induct exceptional alumni whose career achievements and civic leadership reflect the core values built during their time in the Club.
“As a former Club member, it is especially meaningful to recognize the dedication of our staff, Board members, volunteers and alumni,” said Brandon Williams, President and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis. “Their commitment has transformed countless lives. Our Alumni Hall of Honor is a powerful reflection of the lifelong impact Boys & Girls Clubs has on young people and the communities we serve.”
Community Footprint
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis serves more than 18,000 youth each year. The organization delivers structured, high-yield after-school, summer, and sports programs across six core regional locations:
- Adams Park Club
- Bethalto Club
- Hazelwood Elementary School Club
- Herbert Hoover Club
- Mathews-Dickey Club
- Teen Center of Excellence
BGCSTL also operates two flagship workforce and youth development initiatives: Mentor St. Louis and the St. Louis Internship Program.
For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and event details, visit bgcstl.org.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis
The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. Through six comprehensive club sites and targeted community programs, BGCSTL provides the mentorship, safety, and pathways essential for long-term youth success.
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