Decatur Boys & Girls Club Gets Aaron's Makeover

DECATUR, GA -- Aaron's, Inc. surprised Atlanta area teens on Thursday with a freshly remodeled Keystone Teen Center at the Samuel L. Jones Boys & Girls Club, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta. Aaron’s and club officials worked throughout the week decorating and furnishing the Club’s multipurpose space. The new space is now equipped with new technology, sectionals, tables and chairs, sound systems and fresh paint. The teens can enjoy the redesigned areas dedicated to leadership development, study, lounging and games.

“With Atlanta being our hometown, this renovation was close to our hearts and we made sure to provide the Samuel L. Jones Club members with great resources to help them be successful leaders,” said John Robinson, CEO of Aaron’s, Inc. “Boys & Girls Clubs of America is the number one youth-serving organization in the nation helping our provide opportunities they otherwise would not have.”

“The partnership between the Samuel L. Jones Boys & Girls Club and Aaron’s will benefit the many students who will be able to use this newly renovated facility,” said U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga. “The Boys & Girls Clubs organization makes a difference in the lives of many young Georgians, providing them with a place to explore their interests and grow. I appreciate the support Aaron’s has given to the organization.”

“Boys & Girls Clubs are a vital part of life for American youth, providing communities across the country and in Georgia with comfortable spaces parents know their children are safe,” said U.S. Senator David Perdue, R-Ga. “We are all grateful to our friends at Aaron’s for this makeover, supplying these bright young minds with better futures and making a difference in the Peach State.”

"My duty as Georgia's Attorney General is to protect Georgians, and especially our youth and other vulnerable populations. Strong public-private partnerships help make the most of our state's assets, and I'm thrilled to congratulate the Samuel L. Jones Boys & Girls Club and Aaron's, Inc., on this outstanding partnership to provide an improved space for our youth at the Keystone Teen Center where they feel safe," said Attorney General of Georgia Chris Carr.

“This refresh isn’t just about a fresh coat of paint or new furniture. It’s a transformation to our Samuel L. Jones Club, where teens now have the resources they need to achieve their dreams,” said Missy Dugan, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta. “Thanks to Aaron’s, we can now support more teen membership with the Keystone Program and foster a safer environment.”