Kenia D. and Marcellus C.J., both members of Boys & Girls Club of Greater Green Bay, were selected by the NFL in recognition of their academic dedication, leadership and commitment to giving back.
Press Release
GREEN BAY, WI – The National Football League (NFL) and Boys & Girls Clubs of America will have two members of Boys & Girls Club of Greater Green Bay , WI, participate in the 2025 NFL Draft. These two teens will take center stage to announce the Green Bay Packers’ second-round pick live during the nationally televised event. This moment is made possible by the partnership between Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the NFL’s Inspire Change initiative, which empowers Boys & Girls Club youth to become advocates and create positive change in their communities.
Kenia D. and Marcellus C.J., both members of Boys & Girls Club of Greater Green Bay, were selected by the NFL in recognition of their academic dedication, leadership and commitment to giving back. The pair will represent not only Green Bay but also the thousands of youth positively impacted by Boys & Girls Clubs across the country.
Kenia has been a proud Club member for ten years and was recently named the Greater Green Bay Club’s 2024 Youth of the Year . Known for her leadership and service, she mentors younger members and assists staff with programs ranging from homework help to athletics. Kenia plans to join the military after graduation, with aspirations of becoming a pilot.
“My Club not only encourages me to be the best version of myself, but they always introduce me to new opportunities to show the world who I am and what I have to offer” says Kenia D. “Being a part of the NFL draft is so exciting – and I am proud to represent Boys & Girls Club kids across the country who benefit from great partnerships like the NFL.”
Marcellus has spent over six years actively involved at the Greater Green Bay Club, where he enjoys making friends and trying new activities. He is a regular at Family Nights with his dad and sister, and he’s also deeply engaged at school, participating in theater and playing both the piano and violin. For Marcellus, the Club has been a vital space to grow socially and express himself creatively.
“My Club has opened the door for me to meet new friends and make joining in group activities a lot less intimidating,'” says Marcellus C.J. ” says Marcellus C.J. “I never imagined I would be involved in something like the NFL Draft, and I am beyond grateful for the partnership with the NFL for giving me a stage to shine.”
The opportunity for Kenia and Marcellus to represent Boys & Girls Club of Greater Green Bay on a national stage is a testament to the power of youth development and importance of all Boys & Girls Clubs in communities nationwide. As they take the spotlight at the 2025 NFL Draft, they not only celebrate their personal achievements but also shine a light on the positive impact of the more than 5,400 Boys & Girls Clubs across the country.
Since 2021, the NFL Inspire Change initiative has supported Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s efforts to jumpstart a generation of community builders who think critically and stand up for what’s right. Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the NFL continue to work together to empower and champion the next generation of leaders— on and off the field. For more information on the partnership between Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the NFL, visit https://www.bgca.org/about-us/our-partners/nfl/ .
About Boys & Girls Clubs of the Bay & Lakes Region
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Bay & Lakes Region ( www.bgcblr.org ) provides a safe place for kids and teens to learn and grow. The Club offers caring adult mentors, fun and friendship, and high-impact youth development programs on a daily basis during critical non-school hours. Boys & Girls Club programming promotes academic success, good character and leadership, and healthy lifestyles. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Bay & Lakes Region serves over 2,000 kids at 10 locations throughout Brown, Shawano and Door County, WI.
About NFL Inspire Change
Since 2017, the NFL Family has provided $375 million to advance social justice causes in the areas of education, economic advancement, police-community relations, and criminal justice reform. To date, the NFL Foundation has provided nearly 2,000 Inspire Change matching grants to current NFL players and Legends for nonprofits of their choice to help reduce barriers to opportunity. To learn more about the NFL’s Inspire Change Initiative and to view the 2024 Social Justice Impact Report, visit http://www.nfl.com/inspirechange .
About Boys & Girls Clubs of America
For more than 160 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America ( BGCA.org ) has provided a safe place for kids and teens to learn and grow. Clubs offer caring adult mentors, fun and friendship, and high-impact youth development programs on a daily basis during critical non-school hours. Boys & Girls Clubs programming promotes academic success, good character and leadership, and healthy lifestyles. Over 5,400 Clubs serve more than 3 million young people through Club membership and community outreach. Clubs are located in cities, towns, public housing and on Native lands throughout the country, and serve military families in BGCA-affiliated Youth Centers on U.S. military installations worldwide. The national headquarters is located in Atlanta. Learn more about Boys & Girls Clubs of America on and LinkedIn .
Media Contacts
Eliza Lynch
Director of Public Relations
Boys & Girls Clubs of America
203-522-7010
elynch@bgca.org
Add new comment