AAF International Builds Brighter Futures Through Service at Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County

Smithfield, NC, Selma, NC – June 2025 – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County is proud to recognize and thank Smithfield-based manufacturer AAF International for their incredible partnership and support. As part of their annual company meeting, held this June in Smithfield, AAF International selected the Boys & Girls Club as the recipient of their community service project. This initiative brought together a dedicated team of men and women to lend their time and talents in service to local youth. 

The AAF team spent the afternoon constructing much-needed picnic tables, providing safe, welcoming outdoor spaces where Club members can enjoy meals, socialize, and participate in outdoor learning and recreational activities. Their generous donation of both labor and materials has already made a noticeable difference in the day-to-day experience of our members. 

“We are incredibly grateful to AAF International for choosing to support our Club during their annual meeting,” said Kourtney Bowden, Director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County. “Their commitment to community and hands-on service reflects the very spirit of what we strive to teach our youth, giving back, building up, and making a positive difference.” 

The Club would especially like to recognize the following AAF team members for their contributions: Andres Juarez, Tim Owens, Ashley Love, Dave Mosgrove, Saul Portillo, Elvin McCormick and Norberto Pena. Through projects like this, AAF International demonstrates that building community means more than just doing business; it means investing in the next generation. 

About the Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County 

The Boys & Girls Club of Johnston County's mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need them most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. 

For media inquiries or photos, please contact: 

Kelly Blanchard at kblanchard@johnstonbgc.org
 

From left to right: Andres Juarez, Tim Owens, Ashley Love, Dave Mosgrove, Saul Portillo, Elvin McCormick, and Norberto Pena of AAF International stand together after delivering and preparing to build picnic tables for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County during their annual company service project.