Mission
The Boys & Girls Clubs mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
The Boys & Girls Clubs provides:
- A safe place to learn and grow;
- Ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals;
- Life-enhancing programs and character development experiences;
- Hope and opportunity.
Why we are special
Four key characteristics define the essence of a Boys & Girls Club. All are critical in exerting positive impact on the life of a child:
1. Dedicated Youth Facility
The Boys & Girls Clubs are a place an actual neighborhood-based buildings designed solely for youth programs and activities.
2.Open Daily
The Club is open every day after school, when kids have free time and need positive, productive activities and programs.
3. Professional Staff
Every Club has full-time, trained youth development professionals, providing positive role models and mentors. Volunteers provide key supplementary support.
4. Available/Affordable to all Youth
Clubs reach out to kids who cannot afford or may lack access to other community programs. While membership is affordable to our low-income kids at $25 per year, it still costs our Clubs $440 per year to provide programs and services for one child.