Boys & Girls Clubs Of Southwest Washington To Celebrate Grand Opening Of Ogden Elementary Club - 02/26/26

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington to Celebrate Grand Opening of Ogden Elementary Club
Ribbon cutting in partnership with the Greater Vancouver Chamber and Vancouver Public Schools to mark expanded opportunities for local youth

VANCOUVER, WA (March 5, 2026) — Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington will celebrate the official Grand Opening of its new Ogden Elementary Club on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 4:00–5:00 p.m. at Ogden Elementary in Vancouver.

The event, held in partnership with the Greater Vancouver Chamber, will feature a ceremonial ribbon cutting, remarks from community leaders, and guided tours of the new Club space.

Speakers will include:

• Matt Kauffman, Principal of Ogden Elementary

• Francisco Bueno, Executive Director of Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington

The Ogden Elementary Club represents a continued commitment to expanding access to high-quality after-school programming in the community at no cost to attending families. By partnering directly with the school, the Club creates a seamless, accessible environment where students can receive academic support, participate in enrichment activities, and build essential life skills in a safe and supportive setting.

“This new Club is about increasing opportunity,” said Bueno. “By bringing our programs directly into Ogden Elementary, we’re ensuring more youth have access to the resources, mentorship, and experiences that help them succeed in school and beyond.”

The Grand Opening event will provide families, community members, and local leaders the opportunity to see the Club in action, learn more about programming, and celebrate this investment in local youth.

Event Details:

Thursday, March 5, 2026
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Ogden Elementary
3200 NE 86th Ave.
Vancouver, WA 98662

Community members and media are invited to attend.