Bob Scannell, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester (with Mary Kinsella Scannell and Erin Ferrara)
From The Plan for Special Needs Trusts by PLAN MA-RI
July 17, 2025 · 21 min
About this episode
Bob Scannell discusses the mission and programs of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester, emphasizing inclusion for youth of all abilities.
Bob Scannell has been the leader of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester (BGCD) for the past 38 years. BGCD serves over 4,000 youth each year and have over 202 programs and activities. Their mission is to always welcome and connect young people and families to opportunities that embrace diversity, nurture growth, and inspire success. As part of the Boston Inclusion Network for Disabilities (BIND), the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester believes that inclusion is more than placement, it’s being part of what everyone else is doing, being welcomed and embraced as a person – and a Club member – who belongs. On any given day, you will find children of all abilities participating in various activities at BGCD; whether it is learning to shoot a basketball, getting homework help or participating in early education. BGCD encourages parents of children with unique needs to set up a meeting and tour with their Inclusion Coordinator to discuss program opportunities for their child. The post Bob Scannell, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester (with Mary Kinsella Scannell and Erin Ferrara) appeared first on PLAN of MA and RI .
People in this episode
Guest: Bob Scannell
Topics covered
- youth programs
- inclusion
- community service
- diversity
- special needs
Keywords
- Boys & Girls Clubs
- inclusion
- youth programs
- diversity
- special needs
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester, Boston Inclusion Network for Disabilities
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