Established 2021

The JMAC Memorial Scholarship honors, John Machiaverna, a founding member and Chief Executive Officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Anaheim-Cypress. John, affectionately known as JMAC, was a beloved member of the Anaheim Community. JMAC worked tirelessly to serve the youth and families of Anaheim. This scholarship program continues his vision to provide opportunities for all youth to graduate high school with opportunities for a successful future. 11th and 12th grade students who are active members of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Anaheim-Cypress are eligible to receive a $2,500 scholarship to attend Cypress College and receive the education or technical training they need to pursue further education or enter the workforce.

JMAC Memorial Scholarship award winners receive $2,500 to support two years of coursework and related costs at Cypress College. The scholarship will be used to pay course fees, books, uniforms, tools and other materials required to support the recipients through their chosen path of training and education. Scholarship award winners may also be offered internships and be invited to attend special Boys & Girls Club events with business leaders in Orange County.

All details can be found on the Cypress College Foundation website.

cypresscollege.edu/foundation/scholarships/

To continue JMAC’s legacy and support this scholarship program,

please make a tax-deductible donation at:

boysandgirlsclubsofgreateranaheim-cypress.salsalabs.org/HonoringJohnsLegacy

In Loving Memory

John "JMAC" Machiaverna

1958 - 2021

John began his time at the Anaheim Club in 2015, stepping in as CEO after many years on the Boys & Girls Clubs of Anaheim Board of Directors. John owned and operated J.Mac Jewelers for many years. He brought that business experience to the nonprofit world. He later became the CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Anaheim-Cypress after the Anaheim Clubs and the Cypress Clubs became one organization. Since then, John worked diligently to broaden our reach and serve more youth.

When asked, "What is your favorite part about the job?"

John responded; "Working at the Clubs is such a rewarding experience. Watching the positive progression of our members, seeing a young child blossom and make giant strides in education and fitness, and watching them turn into fine young men and women. I also love working with other organizations to help not only our members, but our members families. We have created great new relationships while strengthening our existing ones. Together we are making enormous improvements in the lives of our members and their families. We have changed the culture in a once heavily gang influenced park and we now see the park being used for the intention it was designed: Families coming together to enjoy one of Anaheim’s neighborhood parks without fearing gang involvement."

             - John Machiaverna