Diploma & Degrees - 5:15
Chip Stoner - Boys & Girls Club of Rockford
Posted Sep 24, 2018
Boys & Girls Club of Rockford provides guidance and support and much more in 5 different locations. Programs are geared to needs for children ages 5-18. Mentors work with teens to keep them on track and to have a plan after graduation.
Hosted by: Paul Lisnek Produced by: Greater Chicago Newsmakers Team
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