Get Your Kids Involved in Educational and Fun Programming

Established in 1947, Youth of the Year is BGCA's premier recognition program for Club members, promoting service to the Club, community, family, academic success, strong moral character, life goals, poise and public speaking ability.

A small service group for club members ages 11 to 13, Torch Club is similar to a community committee-oriented environment where members elect officers and work together to plan and implement activities relating to servicing the Club and community, education, health and fitness and social recreation.

Similar to Torch Club, Keystone is the Boys & Girls Club's Movement's ultimate teen program. This unique leadership development experience provides opportunities for young people ages 14 to 18.

This program revolves around the book of the same name that spawned a movement based on "Ten Principles to Live By," a modern-day translation of the unwritten Code of the West emphasizing good character and ethics.

A component to our Triple Play program, we teach basic to advanced cooking for kiddos of all ages in a fun and educational environment.

This adventurous program promotes and teaches responsibility in Club boys ages 11 to 14. Passport consists of 14 sessions, each concentrating on a specific aspect of character and manhood through highly interactive activities.

Designed for Club girls ages 8 to 17, SMART Girls emphasizes on health, fitness, prevention, education and self-esteem enhancement.

Encourages our members to be self-directed learners and supports academic success by providing homework help and tutoring.

A fun and exciting way to explore science, technology, engineering and math. We also participate in the FIRST Robotics program and competition.

An ambitious, thought-provoking initiative that helps members build their computer skills through state-of-the art software and technology.

Money Matters encourages financial responsibility and independence among Club members. Younger kids experience what it's like to run their own city while older participants (ages 13 to 18) learn how to balance a checkbook, manage a budget, as well as save and invest.

CareerLaunch is an opportunity for Club teens ages 13 to 18 to embark on a journey exploring potential vocations, make sound educational decisions and find success in the world of work.

Advocates for going green and teaches environmental responsibility through exploration.