OUR MISSION

To inspire and enable all youth of Durham, ages 6-18, particularly those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.

FUNDING OUR LIFEWORK

The John Avery Boys & Girls Club (JABGC) is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and protecting children while preserving the beauty and innocence of childhood. JABGC daily serves over 780 children every year through After-School and Summer Camp. John Avery aims to make a fundamental difference in the lives of all youth, but especially those who need guidance the most by providing a safe alternative for youth between the ages of 6 and 18.

The John Avery Boys & Girls Club has been a steadfast champion in securing the prosperity of our children by offering life and educational lessons as the foundation for future triumphs. Charging no more than $10.00 a year, we provide a unique After-School experience that helps students academically and in making good life decisions.  This important service that John Avery provides is not achieved alone. Only through a collaborative effort with local businesses, area charities, philanthropic groups and generous residents has John Avery formed a network of Champions for the most worthy cause of all; securing the futures of our children.

JABGC BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The John Avery Boys & Girls Club is governed by a Board of Directors made up of community volunteers and leaders who willingly give their time and talents to ensure that our members have a bright future. The Board meets monthly and creates the vision and strategic plan for the organization. For more information, please contact our Executive Director Sheila Ryba.

OFFICERS:

Atty.  Ralph K. Frasier, Jr.  President
Frasier & Griffin, PLLC

Shirley Davis  1st Vice President 
McDonald’s Corporation

Barbara Fleming  Treasurer 
Square 1 Bank

BOARD MEMBERS:

Farad Ali

NCIMED

Dr. James M. Schooler

Community Volunteer

Mindy Gray

DPR Construction

Monica Barnes

ABC11 – WTVD

Ingrid Wicker-McCree

NCCU Director of Athletics

Culley Carson, IV

The Carson Law Firm, PLLC

James A Stewart

Stewart Investment Properties, Inc.

Tobias Rose

Kompleks Creative

Jessie Boulerice

Merrill Lynch

Dr. Solomon Aronson

Duke University Health System & School of Medicine

D. Curtis Lawson

US Department of Veterans Affairs

 

P.O. Box 446
Durham, NC 27702
808 East Pettigrew St.
Durham, NC 27701
Administrative: 919.687.4517
Club: 919.688.7315
Fax: 919.688.8335