mjlegacyfund
Invest in Who They Can Become
Michael Johnson believed every young person deserves the opportunity to dream bigger, discover their potential, and buid a future they can be proud of. now, it’s up to us to carry that belief forward and create real change in our community.
A gift to the Michael Johnson Legacy Fund doesn’t just support a program. It supports young people who haven’t discovered what they’re capable of yet, the mentors who help them believe in themselves, and the classrooms where they find their confidence.
Michael Johnson spent his life creating possibilities for young people. Now it’s our turn to carry that work forward.
Building Something That Matters
The work of helping young people reach their full potential takes all of us. Donations are what make BGCDC’s programs,
opportunities, and support possible. The Michael Johnson Legacy Fund is a chance to make a meaningful investment
in that work, strengthening what young people rely on now while building a stronger financial foundation for what comes
next. Our goal is to raise $35 million over four years. Some of that investment will support the buildings, facilities, and
critical needs that make our work possible right now. The majority will create a permanent source of funding to sustain
BGCDC’s mission and ensure we can keep investing in young people well into the future.
Belong
$10 Million
Learn
$15 Million
Launch
$5 Million
To create welcoming spaces
where young people feel seen and
connected to their community.
- Clubs programming,
including food, activity
planning, and field trip fees - Safe spaces after school
- Leadership development
- Mentorship and youth
development
To open pathways for young
people to build confidence and
pursue academic success.
- Education initiatives like
AVID/TOPS - Academic achievement
- College and career readiness
To equip young people with the
skills and experiences needed for
their careers.
- Workforce development,
including program
professional fees - McKenzie Regional
Workforce Center - Career exposure and
skills training
Foundation
$5 Million
To fund critical needs, such as:
- Building repairs
- High-priority maintenance
- Facility roofing, flooring, and HVAC replacement
- Infrastructure investments