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Foellinger Foundatoin President and CEO Sarah Strimmenos and Joe Jordan, President and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne. Photo courtesy of the Foellinger Foundation.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Foellinger Foundation has awarded the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne up to $2 million via a Special Opportunity Grant to help fund the Summer Learning Labs program.<\/p>\n

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Foellinger Foundation news release:<\/p>\n

Foellinger Foundation Awards up to $2M to Boys & Girls Clubs through Unique Funding Model<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fort Wayne, Indiana (April 14, 2026) \u2013 Foellinger Foundation has awarded the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne up to $2 million via a Special Opportunity Grant to help fund the Summer Learning Labs program. This grant reflects a unique funding approach designed to ensure the long-term sustainability of the Summer Learning Labs.<\/p>\n

The grant is structured to be repaid through state-funded reimbursements and will be distributed via a Field of Interest fund that Foellinger Foundation has established at the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne.<\/p>\n

Sarah Strimmenos, President and CEO of Foellinger Foundation, stated, \u201cTo help our grantee partners offer innovative, high-quality opportunities to residents of Allen County, our funding approaches must align with that same mindset.\u201d She added, \u201cOur board of directors is proud to have found a solution that brings this program back to the community and ensures it has the support it needs to stay strong well beyond this initial grant.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of the Foellinger Foundation.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Summer Learning Labs is a free five-week summer academic and enrichment program. The mornings focus on math and reading delivered by certified teachers using a state-approved curriculum. Afternoons feature engaging activities, from STEM programming to field trips and hands-on fun. The program also provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks. These Summer Learning Labs align with Foellinger Foundation\u2019s interest in supporting nonprofits that promote positive social, emotional, and academic growth among youth, giving students the chance to thrive as they prepare for the upcoming school year and beyond.<\/p>\n

This partnership fills a crucial gap, ensuring middle school and junior high students stay active and supported throughout the summer.<\/p>\n

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Joe Jordan, President and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne. Photo courtesy of the Foellinger Foundation.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Joe Jordan, President and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne, said, \u201cThis collaborative effort reflects a shared commitment among our partners to support the growth and well-being of youth in our community\u2014especially those who need it most. It is a strong example of the impact we can make when we invest in our children and in the future of our community. We are grateful to Foellinger Foundation for its generous support in helping to make this program possible.\u201d<\/p>\n

Site locations for the 2026 Summer Learning Labs program will include the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne, East Allen Community Schools, Euell A. Wilson Center, Fort Wayne Community Schools, Fort Wayne Urban League, and Wellspring Interfaith Social Services.<\/p>\n

To learn more about the Summer Learning Labs program, contact Joe Jordan, President and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne, at 260 445-9474 or jjordan@bgcfw.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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About Foellinger Foundation <\/strong>
\nFoellinger Foundation is a private, charitable foundation that invests in organizations, programming, and initiatives that serve Allen County residents with the greatest economic need and least opportunity. The Foundation was created in 1958 by Helene Foellinger, The News-Sentinel publisher from 1936 to 1981, and Esther Foellinger, her mother.<\/p>\n

Visit www.foellinger.org<\/a> for more information.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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