Although the paperwork has not been finalized, city leaders have accepted a building donation that could be the answer for the future of a local Boys and Girls Club.
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen accepted the donation of the former Super 10 building, located at 508 N. Washington Street. Board Attorney Lilli Evans-Bass reminded the board awaits the deed execution to transfer the property over to the city of Yazoo City.
“Well, we are going to claim it,” replied Alderwoman Elizabeth Thomas, who spearheaded the donation process starting back in January of 2025.
Thomas said the building could serve as the potential new location of the Yazoo Chapter of the Boys and Girls Club. The local chapter of the Boys and Girls Club closed its doors at the former Yazoo City Junior High School in spring of 2024 due to safety concerns. Since then, the club’s operation and future have been in limbo as a new location is being scouted for the local chapter.
“The building will belong to the city,” Thomas said. “And if the Boys and Girls Club is not able to use it then we can decide something else with it.”
But David Dallas, executive directory of the Boys and Girls Club of the Mississippi Delta, told The Herald he is very interested in the possibility of joining forces with the city council.
“We are desperate to get back in Yazoo City,” Dallas said. “The kids have not had a club in over two years. We think this is a good location, and we look forward to seeing what could happen. We have not inspected the building yet, but we know that the city is looking out for our best interest. They want us back, and we want to be back.”
According to a report from Variety Realty LLC, the property is appraised at $200,000.
“We should give Mrs. Thomas a hand for going out and doing this extra work,” said Alderman Charlie Jenkins.
“I started this in January of last year when I was told they were going to sell it,” Thomas relied. “But God said ‘no.’ I am a believer. I can see that building being the future home of the Boys and Girls Club. It has a paved parking lot for recreation, everything. If you ask God and are sincere, He will provide it to you. It took a year, but we are going to claim it.”
Thomas said the building serves as the perfect location in downtown Yazoo. The site is within proximity to the Triangle Cultural Center, which houses an auditorium. It is within walking distance of the Ricks Memorial Library, which could provide additional resources.
Evans-Bass said if the Boys and Girls Club expressed interest in the site, it would be handled similarly as with the last location with the club and the city in a sublease agreement.
Over the years when it was open, the club served about 25 children in the spring and fall seasons. But that number increased to about 60 during the summer months.
