Boys and Girls Clubs of America
http://www.bgca.org
Charity Category:
Children & Youth
The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of America is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
Boys and Girls Clubs of America’s mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. They facilitate this with their Boys and Girls Clubs. The clubs are an actual neighborhood based building, open daily. It provides children a safe place to learn and grow. There are constant ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals. Club programs and services enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence. The experiences encourage Hope and opportunity.Clubs reach out to youth who cannot afford, or may lack access to, other community programs. Dues are low, averaging $5 to $10 per year. Some crucial developmental programs provided include; life skills, health, Fitness, careers, and the arts.