How the Boys & Girls Club is Changing Lives in Cincinnati // Damon Knoche // Boys and Girls Club of West Chester/Libery

Could an afterschool program really change the future of Cincinnati’s youth? In this episode, we sit down with Damon Knoche, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of West Chester/Liberty, to uncover the powerful, life-changing impact of afterschool programs. From helping struggling students succeed academically , to providing mental health support , and inspiring career paths with hands-on workforce training —this episode is packed with eye-opening insights every Cincinnatian needs to hear! 🎧 Whether you're a business owner, parent, educator, or community leader, this conversation will challenge what you thought you knew about the importance of afterschool programs and show you how you can make a difference. 👉 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share to spread the word about this incredible organization! 🔗 Support the Boys & Girls Club of West Chester/Liberty: www.BGCWCL.org 00:00 - The shocking statistics on youth mental health 02:00 - What the Boys & Girls Club REALLY does (not what you think!) 06:15 - Damon Knoche’s journey from education to CEO 10:40 - Why afterschool programs are more critical than ever 17:05 - How the Boys & Girls Club lowers youth crime rates 20:45 - The $35 ROI for every $1 invested—how it helps Cincinnati’s economy 28:20 - One life-changing story that proves this program works 35:40 - How the club boosts academic success and literacy rates 42:00 - Workforce readiness: How teens are preparing for real jobs 50:15 - Why community support is needed NOW more than ever 55:00 - Upcoming events & how YOU can get involved Connect with BrianLinkedIn: linkedin.com/u/bwericksonInstagram: www.instagram.com/cincybizpod/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@cincybizpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/people/Cincinnati-Business-Podcast/Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50kMVlyZokuoLwzE2fwAmt?si=pk87NyzsQJGY6iE7OKpzmQWant a place to create your own podcast? Check us out! CincinnatiPodcastStudio.com #Cincinnati #BoysAndGirlsClub #Nonprofit #BusinessOwners #CincinnatiPodcast #YouthDevelopment #AfterschoolPrograms #WorkforceReadiness #MentalHealth #Education #Entrepreneurship #CommunityImpact #WestChesterOH #LibertyTownship #CincyBusiness #MakeADifference