Boys & Girls Club Gala Celebrates with Featured Speaker, Mike Huckabee

Branson, MO: The Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks continues the 25 Year Celebration with their 8^th Annual, Thanks4Giving Gala to be held Thursday, November 14^th at the Branson Convention Center. The Featured Speaker for the evening will be Former Governor of Arkansas and Presidential Candidate, Mike Huckabee.

Mike Huckabee was the 44th Governor of Arkansas from 1996 until 2007, becoming one of the longest serving Governors in his state's history. He left a legacy of tax cuts, job creation, the reconstruction of his state's road system, K-16 education reform, and a nationally heralded and duplicated health initiative that focused on prevention. In 2008 and 2016, he ran for President of the United States, finishing 2nd in the Republican primary in 2008. He is currently the host of the TV show "Huckabee" on TBN, is a Fox News contributor, NY Times bestselling author of 12 books, and a frequent speaker all over the world.

“We are excited to have Mr. Huckabee join us as our featured speaker helping to round out our 25 year celebration. We can all agree that children deserve a safe place to go afterschool and during the summer; a place that offers food security, outcome-based programs, mentors, friendships, character development and so much more,” said Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks, Board Chairman, Dr. Nathan Woodward. “I personally invite you to support the Club and join us on November 14^th for a wonderful night of fellowship as Mr. Huckabee shares his views on building Great Futures for our nation’s youth.”

The mission of the Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as caring, responsible and productive citizens. The Club currently impacts over 1,600 kids, offering outcome-based programs that focus on academic success, healthy lifestyles, and leadership & character development.

Past Thanks4Giving Gala events were well-attended by local, influential citizens, all who believe in the mission of the Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks. Previous speakers include: Rudy Giuliani, Marcus Luttrell, Terry Bradshaw, Cal Ripken Jr., Sugar Ray Leonard, Billy Bean, and Andre Reed. Corporate sponsorships are now available for the 8^th Annual Thanks4Giving Gala. Please visit www.bgcozarks.org for sponsorship options and to secure your table today – seating is limited and tables will go fast. For more information, please contact Lyndi Carnelison, Resource Development Director at 417-335-2089.

The Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks (BGCO) is a non-profit, full-time, youth development organization offering club membership to all children ages 6-18 and is dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging, positive self-esteem, and accomplishment. No child is ever turned away for financial reasons. BGCO serves children in units located in Branson, Forsyth, and Reeds Spring. For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks, please visit: www.bgcozarks.org.