Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Boys & Girls Clubs of America is a nonprofit operating over 5,400 youth development facilities nationwide, providing after-school programs and support to more than 4 million children and teens annually.
Founded in 1860, Boys & Girls Clubs of America operates the nation's largest network of youth development facilities, providing essential after-school programs and support to children and teens. The organisation runs more than 5,400 club locations across the United States and worldwide, serving over 4 million young people annually.
The clubs create safe, supportive environments staffed by trained youth development professionals. Their impact is measurable: 97% of club teens expect to graduate high school, and 52% of 12th-grade members pursue careers in STEM fields. Among regularly attending teens, one in four volunteers in their communities.
As a nonprofit in the youth development sector, Boys & Girls Clubs of America focuses on enabling young people to reach their full potential through structured programmes and mentorship. Further information is available at bgca.org.