NEW ROCHELLE, NY (April 22, 2026) — The Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle is set to host its Annual Golf Outing and Be Great Gala on May 5, 2026, at the Wykagyl Country Club, located at 1195 North Ave. in New Rochelle.
Tickets, sponsorships, and journal ad opportunities are available at bgcnr.org, with all proceeds benefiting over 12,166 youths in 2025. Attendees can participate in the Golf Outing, the evening Be Great Gala, or both, with a festive Cinco de Mayo theme.
“This day is more than a celebration; it’s a powerful opportunity for our community to come together in support of young people and the programs that help them thrive,” said Becky Mazzanobile, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle.
Honorees and Highlights
This year’s honorees include New York Yankees legend Mariano Rivera and his wife Clara Rivera, Westchester County Legislator Terry Clements, Keith Watkins, Director of Facilities for the City School District of New Rochelle, and Sheldon Pride, former President of the Board of Directors of the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle.
The Be Great Gala will celebrate achievements such as the 2026 Youth of the Year Leslie Rodriguez and recognize Sean Merlo as a recipient of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America Sparkle Scholarship Award. The evening will feature a performance by the Club’s talented youths and a live auction.
Impact and Programs
In the past year, the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle expanded its reach, serving more than 12,000 youths across various programs, including the Mariano Rivera Workforce Learning and Career Center. Highlights include launching new career pathways and receiving recognition from Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
This event underscores the Club’s commitment to providing safe, supportive, and achievement-driven environments for youth development. For more information, visit here.
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