Hollywood Boys and Girls Club Gets $10K Grant

The Boys and Girls Club of Hollywood has received a $10,000 grant from the Rite Aid Foundation, which will be used toward a health and fitness program at the local organization.

The grant will be used to provide materials for the club's Triple Play program, according to a news release.

"Thanks to the grant provided to us by the Rite Aid Foundation, we are able to help our children grow, learn and realize their full potential," said Melba Culpepper, executive director of the Boys and Girls Club of Hollywood, in a statement. "The generosity of the Rite Aid Foundation has enabled us to provide the materials necessary for these kids to develop healthy positive lifestyles today and maintain these habits into their adult lives."

The Boys and Girls Club of Hollywood serves 1,400 children, according to the release.

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