Circle of Champions
Investing in Great Futures. Strengthening our community.
What is the Circle of Champions?
The Circle of Champions recognizes the individuals and families who invest $2,500 or more each year in the future of young people across Durham and Orange Counties. Their generosity helps ensure Club members have the support, opportunities, and relationships they need to learn, grow, and build Great Futures.
When you give to the Club, you’re not just supporting a program. You’re investing in what a young person can become.
“ Helping children do their best in
a safe and inclusive environment, not only helps them,
but also their families, the schools, and the community.
It’s a ripple effect.”
Safe & Supportive Spaces
Providing a place where young people can belong, build relationships, and be themselves.
Academic Success
Helping Club members stay on track in school and develop the skills needed to succeed.
Healthy Lifestyles
Creating spaces where young people can build confidence, develop healthy habits, and feel supported.
Leadership & Career Readiness
Giving teens opportunities to explore careers, build leadership skills, and prepare for life beyond the Club.
Our Circle of Champions
We are grateful to the generous individuals, families, and organizations who make up our Circle of Champions. Their commitment helps ensure that every young person who walks through our doors has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
*Circle of Champions Members are updated annually in January*
John & Leigh Anderson
Lee & Christy Barnes
Allan & Kim Berliant
Gerry & Madeline Blobe
Mel Brouillette
Cayman & Casey Campbell
Marcia Carpenter
Richard & Margaret Crandall
Lynda D. Curtis
Salvatore & Karel DiFranco
Daniel & Tanya Doebler
Doug George & Jackie Ernst
Danielle Gray & James Reaves
Kentreal Farrar
Gillian & Leroy Frasier
Miles Freedman
Dylan Heafner, SIOR, CCIM
Tamara Helms
Pamela & Bradley Hemminger
Nakia & Kwame Hester
Corey & Angela Holliday
Anita Holt
Stephanie Jones
Bruce & Janet Knott
John & Mary Dawn Krege
Deborah Krpec
Jerome and Sharon Levisy
Eric Lindblom
Dee McDougal
Melissa McCullough
Rep. Marcia H. Morey
Michael Muller & Judy Frank
Jennifer and Tommy Moses
John & Peggy Murray
Jenny Parker
Jane & Edward Priest
Jennifer Ross
Trevor & Anna Schmidt
Drew & Kari Shoemaker
Guy & Mindy Solie
Aaron Spaulding
Jim Stewart & Frances Dyer
David & Laura Urben
Sandy & Jennifer Williams
Mark & Stacey Yusko
Marywinne Sherwood
Interested in learning more about becoming a Circle of Champions Member? Contact Jordan Wood, Interim Director of Development, at jwood@bgcdoc.org