The
Boys & Girls Club provides diversified activities
that meet the interests of all young people. Core programs
encourage activities with adults, peers, and family
members that enable kids to enhance self-esteem and
fulfill their potential. Based on the physical, emotional,
cultural, and social needs and interests of boys and
girls, and recognizing developmental principles, the
Club offers diversified program activities in five areas:
Education and Career Development
Boys & Girls Club enables young people to become
proficient in basic educational disciplines, apply learning
to everyday situations and embrace technology to optimize
employability.
Character and Leadership Development
Boys & Girls Club empowers young people to support
and influence their community, sustain meaningful relationships,
develop a positive self-image, participate in the democratic
process and respect their own and others cultural
identities
Health and Life Skills
Boys & Girls Club develops young people’s
capacity to engage in positive behaviors that nurture
their own well-being, set personal goals, and develop
the skills to live successfully as self-sufficient,
contributing adults.
The Arts
Boys & Girls Club enables young people to develop
their creativity and cultural awareness through knowledge
and appreciation of visual, tactile, and/or performing
arts
Sports, Fitness, and Recreation
Boys & Girls Club develops fitness, positive use
of leisure time, skills for stress management, appreciation
for the environment, and social and interpersonal
skills.