Our Five Core Areas

Core Programs engage young people in activities with adults, peers and family members enabling them to reach their full potential. Based on the interests and needs of members we serve, Clubs offer diverse programs activities in five areas:

Character and Leadership Development

These programs help youth become responsible, caring citizens and acquire skills to participate in the democratic process while also developing leadership skills.

Education and Career Development

These programs are designed to ensure all Club members graduate from high school on time, ready for a post-secondary education

and a 21st-century career.

Health and Life Skills

These programs develop young people's capacity to engage in positive behaviors to nurture their well-being, set personal goals

and grow into self-sufficient expression.

The Arts

These programs are designed to foster creativity in young people and give into self-insufficient adults.

Sports, Fitness and Recreation

These Club programs help develop physical fitness, reduce stress and promote a positive use of leisure time, appreciation for the environment and interpersonal skills.

Specialized Programs

These initiatives focus on meeting the significant and specific needs identified within Boys & Girls Clubs. Their broad scope complements several or all of our core program areas.