The bright red brick of the entrance is shrouded in scaffolding, the laughter of the schoolyard has been replaced with the rhythmic sound of construction, and it is clear that the Boys and Girls Clubs of Newport County is going through some changes.

Construction begins on Florence Gray Center transformation, with completion expected in October 2026

The bank is partnering with 16 nonprofit organizations to distribute donations, continuing a tradition that delivered nearly 7,000 presents to Rhode Island kids last year.

From crowns to creatures, our Clubhouse kids went on a wild adventure with “Where the Wild Things Are!”

More than 20 local organizations provided activites for students at second year of dinner series

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County has named Kelley Coen as its next Chief Executive Officer. Coen, who currently serves as the Club’s Chief Advancement Officer, will officially step into the top role on Sept. 25.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County announces the appointment of Kelley Coen as its Chief Executive Officer. Coen joined the Boys & Girls Clubs in 2019 as the organization’s Director of Development and was promoted to Chief Advancement Officer in 2024. Prior, she spent 30 years gaining extensive experience in both business and philanthropy. A committee of seven stakeholders and Boys & Girls Clubs of America conducted the nationwide search and interviewing process.

Another fantastic summer at Camp Grosvenor comes to a close!

Under clear skies on the evening of June 27, 300 supporters of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County gathered under a tent at the Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard for the signature Newport Yacht Rendezvous, for an evening of yacht-hopping, dinner, dancing, and a spirited “Raise the Paddle” that culminated in bringing in $464,000 to support the Club’s programs and services for area children and teens.