Tag: Lisa Hurst

Boys & Girls Clubs to honor local philanthropists at ‘Gift of Hope’ luncheon

Posted by admin – May 3, 2012

Knoxville, Tenn. – Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley (BGCTNV) will host the ‘Gift of Hope’ fundraising luncheon on Monday, May 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Knoxville Convention Center.

This year’s ‘Gift of Hope’ award will be presented to Moll and Charlie Anderson. The award was created to honor Emmet P. “Buck” and Linda Vaughn for the many years of outstanding dedication, inspiration and hope they have provided to the members of Boys & Girls Clubs.

“Creativity, entrepreneurial spirit and determination define Moll and Charlie Anderson. Through their generosity and enduring support of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley, they ensure the young people we serve gain life-changing experiences and opportunities that ignite great futures,” said Lisa Hurst, President and CEO of BGCTNV. “We are delighted to honor Moll and Charlie with the 2012 Gift of Hope Award.”

Hallerin Hilton Hill will serve as the Master of Ceremonies for the event.

New this year at this luncheon will be a performance by up-and-coming country star and former Halls/Powell Boys & Girls Club member Greylan James. Additionally, an “Ignite Greatness” Club Member Panel will take place, in which four current or past Boys & Girls Club members will participate in a Q&A with Hallerin Hilton Hill about their experiences with BGCTNV.

The ‘Gift of Hope’ luncheon is open to the public, but reservations are required. There is no cost, but a donation is suggested. Contact Sarah Pope at (865) 584-0550 or spope@ackermannpr.com for interviews and/or more information.

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About Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley offers programs that increase academic success, encourage healthy lifestyles and develop good citizenship and character among youth.  The organization currently serves 5,000 of our area youth, ages 5 to 17 years, throughout the Tennessee Valley region. The organization also provides 338,000 USDA hot meals and snacks annually for members free of charge. The Clubs see as many as 1,120 youth walk through the doors on any given day in the 15 locations in Knox, Blount, Loudon and Northern Anderson Counties. The organization employs more than 280 trained, professional, caring staff and welcomes more than 1,200 volunteers annually.

Media Contact:
Sarah Malak Pope
(865) 584-0550
spope@ackermannpr.com

Lisa Hurst named new President and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley

Posted by admin – October 11, 2011

Knoxville, Tenn. – Lisa Hurst has been named the new President and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley (BGCTNV).  Hurst has been with the organization for 25 years, currently serving as the Executive Vice President.

Lisa Hurst

“The board is thrilled that Lisa has accepted the position of president and CEO,” said R.L. “Bunny” Oakes, III, chairman of the organization’s Corporate Board of Directors. “The search committee conducted an extremely thorough national search for the new President and Lisa came out as the top candidate. Her passion and dedication to the Boys & Girls Clubs are what is necessary to succeed as President and CEO, and we know she is the perfect fit.”

“I’m excited to lead the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley into this next phase,” said Hurst. “I firmly believe that I can provide the leadership to our team to fulfill our vision of ensuring that every child in our community has access to our programs, achieves academic success, lives a healthy lifestyle, and becomes a productive citizen.”

Current BGCTNV President and CEO John D. Lee recently announced his retirement from the organization. His retirement is effective December 31, 2011.

Hurst is available for media interviews. For more information or to set up an interview with Lisa Hurst, contact Sarah Pope at (865) 584-0550 or spope@ackermannpr.com.

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About Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley

Boys & Girls Clubs currently serves more than 5,600 youth and teens, ages 5 to 17 years throughout the Tennessee Valley region. The organization also provides 404,401 USDA hot meals and snacks annually for youth free of charge. The Clubs serve a variety of youth, more than 80% of whom live with a single parent, foster parent or other nontraditional guardian. There are 16 Club locations strategically placed throughout Knox, Blount, Loudon and Northern Anderson Counties. The organization employs more than 260 trained, professional, caring staff and welcomes more than 1,200 volunteers annually. It is a charter member of United Way.

Gift of Hope Luncheon Supports Area Boys and Girls Clubs

Posted by Erin Freeman – May 11, 2011

Knoxville, TN - The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley (BGCNTV) will host its annual Gift of Hope Fundraising Luncheon on Thursday, May 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Knoxville Convention Center. The Boys & Girls Clubs is excited to announce that University of Tennessee Women’s Basketball Head Coach Pat Summitt will serve as the Master of Ceremonies at this year’s event!

The Gift of Hope Award was created to honor Emmet P. “Buck” and Linda Vaughn for the many years of outstanding dedication, inspiration and hope they have provided to the members of Boys & Girls Clubs. Buck and Linda will honor Jim and Natalie Haslam this year with the Gift of Hope Award in appreciation of 46 years of exceptional support of capital campaigns, day-to-day operations and fundraising events of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley.

The event is free to attend, but advance reservations are required. Attendees will have the opportunity to give pledges at the event. For more information, visit www.bgctnv.org.

Lisa Hurst, Executive Vice President of BGCTNV and De’Sheema Smith, Boys & Girls Club member, stopped by the WBIR-TV studio on Tuesday to talk about the event and fill the audience in on details about the event. Video of the interview is available on the WBIR website.

Media Contact: Sarah Malak, smalak@ackermannpr.com, (865) 584-0550