We provide safe and supportive programs and services for children, youth, families and adults to overcome barriers, experience new opportunities, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life.
From early years learning through play, to assisting young people and adults find meaningful employment, our services are as varied as the people we serve.
Our programs encourage families to grow strong together, provide babies and toddlers with a wonderful start to life, help children and youth develop into the best they can be, and offer parents and caregivers a place to share, confide and support one another.
PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK
"It taught me good ethics and good values" ~ Paula, Youth Member
"I never knew I had a voice until I came here..." ~ Leslie, Parent of a young child
"It has given me a good foundation for the rest of my life" ~ John, Alumni
"The Club has overwhelmingly supported us and given us new experiences as well as cared for our children like they were their own" ~ Joanne, Foster Parent
"It's all positive. I think it's a wonderful organization!" ~ Susan, Alumni
"The organization demonstrates a commitment to perform best practices to ensure the highest possible care for the persons served." ~ Accreditation Survey Team
"I enjoyed everything. This is a great program and I hope it's around for a long time" ~ Amanda, Parent
"Gave me a sense of self of who I am and gave me respect for others" ~ Ashley, Youth Member
"I was lost and confused about my career before I attended this program, but now I have a sense of direction and endless goals I can achieve. It is truly a great experience I can take with me for the rest of my life..." ~ Mike, Program Participant
"What has being a member of the club been to me? Hmmm. Well, basically being at the club helped me as a teenager to shape myself into who I am today. The staff and volunteers helped me build relationships with adults in my life, instead of doing the usual rebellious thing. The club was a safe place to come and hang out at, with plenty of activities to keep me busy. The staff were always welcoming and encouraging me to make myself better/more. As part of the yout council I had a chance to show some initiative and cooperation with other youth to raise money and hold events at the club, giving me a sense of helping and building a relationship with my community. I always joke that if I hadn't found the club I'd be in jail or lying face-down in a ditch somewhere, but that's only 25% true. Even so, without the club I wouldn't be where I am today so basically it helped me a lot as a youth..." ~ Billy, Staff - (Past Participant)
"I have two children 9 and 13...They are involved in the after school drip-in, say camps and attend numerous dances. My 13 yr old loves the Hot Meal Nights and all the fun activities that are offered...Just wanted to say thank you for a great organization and keep up the great work!" ~ Lisa, Parent
"Someone who listens and can help me realize what resources will help me." ~ Rene, Parent of a young child
"My experience with the Boys and Girls Club was a remarkable and fun loving time. It kept me out of trouble and I just hope every kid gets a chance to go there" ~ Michelle, Alumni
