Dr. Marcia Hawkins
Boys & Girls Club
at Union Commonwealth University
Our afterschool program is located in the Union Commonweath University Center for Health and Learning (formally the Stivers Center). Trained and vetted staff provide a meal and snack, homework help, and other fun, enriching activities at the Club. The service is offered at no charge to caregivers as long as their child is picked up before 6 pm. If you live within 3 miles of the Club, transportation home can be provided. All members must be registered before attending Club. For any additional questions, please contact the Club at epearson@unionky.edu or 606-546-1712.
Our Mission
The Boys & Girls Club seeks to "inspire and enable all young people to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens."
Advisory Council
Dr. Marcia Hawkins
Mrs. Sheila Halter
Mr. Rich Prewitt
Mrs. Jane Skidmore
Unit Director
Erica Pearson
Erica graduated from Madison Central High School in Richmond, KY. She then graduated magna cum laude from the University of Kentucky with a degree in Psychology. Erica is currently taking graduate classes at Union Commonwealth University. Erica and her husband have four kids and a homestead full of animals. Erica started her career with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Appalachia as the Director of Marketing in December of 2021 and moved into her current role as Unit Director of the Union site in August of 2023. Erica is a tremendous asset to our organization, consistently demonstrating exceptional leadership and a genuine passion for empowering our members.
Location
105 Center Street
Barbourville, KY 40906
Phone
(606) 546-1710
epearson@bgcapp.club
Hours
The Club is open to all members Monday through Friday afterschool until 6pm. Staff are available in Club between the hours of 1 pm and 3 pm. Summer camps take place 10am - 4pm.
Membership
Membership for the afterschool program is free. Summer fees are $50 per week. Scholarships and payment plans are available.