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‘Just one step’: Boys & Girls Club breaks ground for Busse Unit

$9 million capital campaign propels club’s new home
By: Richard Pratt|April 28, 2023
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    John Tursi, executive director of the Boys & Girls Club, speaks at the groundbreaking ceremony for the club's new Busse Unit as past board chair Patrick Cosgrove and local children look on. CREDIT RICHARD PRATT

    Supporters and representatives of the Boys & Girls Club of the Corridor gathered Thursday afternoon to formally break ground for the club’s new Busse Unit, culminating a $9 million capital fundraising campaign.

    And while John Tursi, the club’s executive director, was effusive in his thanks to staff, contractors and others in attendance, he was quick to point out that the new 19,000-square-foot facility will serve more than the club’s needs…

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