Family to start new afterschool program

The former directors of Wilmington’s Brigade Boys and Girls Club who were forced out because of a nepotism policy are starting over.

JoAnn Clark and her son Derrell are making plans to open a new Christian-based after school program called Mustard Seed Ministry.

They are sending out letters this week notifying parents. Mrs. Clark said they have already named their board members and are scouting locations in a central part of Wilmington.

After leaving the Boys and Girls Club, Clark said she believes everything happens for a reason. “When things happen in life and we don’t understand the reason behind them, you can either let it destroy you, or you can go on. Our focus is to go on and to build upon what has happened in our lives.”

If you are interested in the Clarks’ new program, you can contact JoAnn Clark at 910-352-8592.