Our Impact

Research shows that the biggest single predictor of a child's future success is the presence in their life of at least one non-parent adult. Kids who have positive adult relationships are more motivated to learn and do better in school. They have a better sense of themselves and their future. They accept and take responsibility for themselves and others. They are more resilient and less likely to engage in risky behavior.

Organizational Accomplishments
• The Club is open 237 days a year, with nearly 1,400 total hours of programming.
• The Club serves more than 2,200 kids every year and nearly 300 every day.
• In the past five years the Club’s average daily has increased 61%
• Yearly membership dues are only $52 per year. Scholarships are provided for youth who qualify for free or reduced fee lunches at school.
• Forbes, SmartMoney, Newsweek and U.S. News & World Report have all ranked BGCA among the top charitable organizations in America based on cost-effective use of donor dollars.
• WORTH magazine has ranked BGCA as one of America’s top one hundred charities, based on financial efficiency, strength of reputation and program effectiveness.

During 2010:
• 1,190 kids participated in the Club’s Power Hour homework assistance program
• More than 2,500 kids benefited from BGCUV’s educational enhancement program, Project Learn
• 24 kids participated in leadership programs such as Torch Club and Keystone Club
• 96 teens contributed over 400 volunteer hours to assist with Club programs
• 137 Club members graduated from the Club’s SMART Moves tobacco, alcohol and drug prevention program
• 339 kids became certified in NetSmartz internet safety program
• Over 55,000 meals were served through our Kid’s Café program
• 280 kids graduated from the Club’s Healthy Habits  program learning about good health, nutrition and fitness