The Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast (BGCMCC) has appointed Maria Fabula as its new CEO, effective immediately.

Fabula brings experience in nonprofit management and a commitment to serving youth and families in the Central Coast community.

With more than two decades of leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, Fabula has a track record of driving organizational growth and program excellence.

Before joining BGCMCC, she served in executive roles including as CEO at the Community Resource Center – a statewide organization serving all of Colorado. Prior to that, she was the regional manager for the NonProfit Support Center serving nonprofits in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.

“It’s truly an honor to become a member of the team at Boys & Girls Club of the Mid Central Coast,” Fabula said. “I’m incredibly excited to join an organization with such a strong legacy of empowering young people, backed by dedicated staff, exceptional board members, and generous donors.

“Having grown up in this community, I feel a deep connection and passion for its well-being, and I’m eager to make a meaningful contribution.

“Our youth encounter numerous challenges, and it is vital that we create avenues for their growth and development,” she said. “I’m committed to expanding our positive impact throughout the communities of northern Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.”

Fabula’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for BGCMCC as the organization continues to expand its impact and reach within the community.

“Her strategic vision, combined with her passion for youth development, will further strengthen BGCMCC’s position as a leading provider of afterschool and summer programming for children and teens,” the organization said.

“We are thrilled to welcome Maria to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast family,” said Dan Lillard, chair of the BGCMCC Board of Directors. “After a thorough, national search, we were excited about the number of excellent candidates who wanted to work with us, but Maria’s combination of nonprofit expertise, executive leadership and strategic team building made her the ideal candidate for our organization.”

As CEO, Fabula will oversee all aspects of BGCMCC’s operations, including program development, fundraising, financial management, and community relations.

“She will work with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and community stakeholders to advance BGCMCC’s mission and ensure that every young person in the Mid Central Coast region has access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive,” BGCMCC said.

For more about Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast, call Kelly White O’Neill, 805-354-7433, email Kelly.whiteoneill@centralcoastkids.org, or visit centralcoastkids.org.