NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., Aug. 25, 2025 – About 450 Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle youths will continue to benefit from life-changing after-school and summer programs now that the federal government has released 21st Century Community Learning Center funds. Restoration of the vitally needed grants was inspired by powerful, persistent advocacy by Westchester County elected officials who were thanked by Boys & Girls Club CEO Becky Mazzanobile on behalf of Club youths, families and staff. “The loss of these transformative programs, funded by a $911,000 grant, would have been devastating,” Mazzanobile said. “However, our lower Westchester County elected officials […]

Three years after opening its POP Tennis courts, Andrus welcomed back Mitch Kutner, President of the International POP Tennis Association, and Wally Green – professional athlete, motivational speaker, digital creator, and co-founder of SPiN New York. Green, who overcame a challenging childhood, has built his career on sharing a message of resilience. “We are more than our experiences,” he said. “I chose to see a brighter future and not let adversity hold me back. Now I love giving back, especially to those who may share a difficult beginning.” POP Tennis, played with a shorter racquet, lower-density ball, and modified net, […]