Kayla Deaton, Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau

The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau has launched an $8 million Capital Campaign to build a permanent Club at the Highlands Recreation Center, creating expanded youth programming and a new community gathering space expected to open in Fall 2028.

The Abell Teen Club celebrated four outstanding candidates and selected its 2026 Youth of the Year, recognizing leadership, service, and academic achievement.

In its first‑ever youth exhibition, Drawn to the Plateau, the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau showcased more than 160 works, now set for an expanded showing at The Bascom.

The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau invites the community to MayFest on May 16—a free afternoon of food, music, activities, and “Fun with Purpose” hosted with nearly 40 local partners.

The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau invites the community to enjoy two spring events — the Star Party on April 24 and MayFest on May 16.

The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau hosted juniors and seniors for two inspiring days of leadership and life skills.

With deep local roots and a passion for community, Kayla Deaton brings fresh energy to the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau—strengthening outreach, fundraising, and support for youth across Highlands and Cashiers.

This summer, six Plateau-area clubs partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau to create unforgettable experiences for local youth and honor educators, exemplifying the spirit of “Clubs helping the Club.”

With heartfelt speeches and homemade treats, the Plateau’s newest teen space opened its doors—celebrated not by dignitaries, but by the teens who now call the Abell Teen Club their own.