Needham and Reynolds Joined Wichita Falls Board
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Wichita Falls board has welcomed two new members as it enters its 98th year of service.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in People
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Jason Needham and Russ Reynolds have joined the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Wichita Falls. The new appointments coincide with the organization launching its 98th year of local operation.
Why it matters
The addition of new leadership supports the organization's goal to increase its community impact as it approaches its centennial anniversary. The board recently secured a prestigious recognition for its high operational standards.
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Wichita Falls Board of Directors earned the Gold Level League of EAGLES Award, a distinction held by fewer than 20% of such organizations nationally. The board is now beginning its 98th year of operation.
The players
Jason Needham
He is the General Manager of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Wichita Falls Convention Center.
Russ Reynolds
He is a U.S. Air Force veteran and the Managing Partner of the Wichita Falls Brewing Company.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Wichita Falls
This is a local organization that is currently entering its 98th year of providing community services.
Boys and Girls Clubs of America
This national organization oversees regional clubs and grants the Gold Level League of EAGLES Award.
The details
Jason Needham, the General Manager of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Wichita Falls Convention Center, and U.S. Air Force veteran Russ Reynolds, the Managing Partner of the Wichita Falls Brewing Company, joined the board following a recent election. The board also selected its officers for the 2026-2027 fiscal year during the organization's Annual Meeting.
Timeline
October 2026: The organization began its 98th year of service.
Week of October 12, 2026: The organization held its Annual Meeting.
October 2026-September 2027: The new fiscal year for the board.
November 2026: Board officers are scheduled to receive the Gold Level award in Austin.
Market Landscape
The Wichita Falls board has achieved the performance metrics set by the Gold Level League of EAGLES Award, ranking them among the top 20% of such organizations. This elite positioning serves as a benchmark for operational excellence as the board transitions into its 98th year.
Residents benefit from the heightened organizational standards and leadership stability confirmed by the board's recent national award. These administrative changes ensure continued service quality as the club prepares for its upcoming centennial.
The takeaway
Effective non-profit management relies on integrating diverse professional expertise into governing boards to maintain high national standards. Community members can expect continued growth in local services as the organization leverages this experienced leadership team.
What happens next
Board officers are scheduled to officially receive the Gold Level League of EAGLES Award during a ceremony in Austin in November 2026.
Further reading
For more information on organizational leadership, visit the Wichita Falls People section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Texomashomepage.com - KFDX, KJTL.
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