Boys & Girls Clubs Celebrate 25 Years in Conejo Valley
The nonprofit marked a quarter-century of service to local youth during a gala event in Westlake Village.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley celebrated its 25th anniversary with a gala event. Over the last two decades, the organization has served more than 20,000 local children and teens.
Why it matters
The organization plays a critical role in providing academic support, arts programs, and sports leagues for local youth. By maintaining a policy of never turning away children based on their ability to pay, it ensures consistent access to essential services.
The organization maintains five school-based locations and provided nearly $700,000 in financial aid during 2025. Additionally, the group distributed 77,000 snacks over the past year and recorded 3,000 summer program registrations.
The players
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley
This nonprofit organization provides after-school learning, tutoring, and sports opportunities to youth in Thousand Oaks and surrounding areas.
Cory Risvold
He is the recipient of the Cal Johnston Service Award, which recognizes significant contributions to the organization.
The details
The anniversary gala featured the presentation of the Cal Johnston Service Award to Cory Risvold. The organization also recently refreshed the multi-sport courts at the John Notter and Morton clubs with new lines to support ongoing athletic activities.
Timeline
The organization was founded in 2001.
Nearly $700,000 in scholarships were provided in 2025.
The 25th anniversary gala was held on October 10, 2026.
Market Landscape
The organization operates within the Boys & Girls Clubs of America national affiliate model to provide structured after-school environments. This framework allows the local branch to compete for regional philanthropic support while maintaining standardized youth programming.
Families in the area benefit from consistent access to academic support and sports programs regardless of financial standing. The organization's policy ensures that local youth maintain a safe environment for after-school learning and development.
The takeaway
The sustained growth of the organization highlights the community's reliance on accessible youth development services. Residents can continue to support these initiatives by contributing to annual scholarship funds and local event programs.
Further reading
For more information on how local nonprofits support the area, visit Thousand Oaks Philanthropy.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Acorn.
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