Impact Report 2021

teens who expect to graduate high school 90 %

REAL MOMENTS. Real Impact.

The CLUB EXPERIENCE is one in which members feel safe both physically and emotionally, have fun, receive support and recognition from caring adults who set expectations for them, and feel a sense of belonging.

1,115 Total Youth Served

My favorite thing about Boys & Girls Club is the people and sense of community it provides. The staff have always been supportive of me and are fun to be around. Boys & Girls Club is where I first felt like I was being heard. The Club mentors teach us how to be independent and think for ourselves. We also do a lot of team-building activities and community service. A big part of the Club Experience is gaining confidence in ourselves and also understanding the importance of helping others.

I am the type of person who shuts down and keeps emotions inside. Finding my voice was hard for me at first. I appreciate the staff who is always available to helpme. Quarantine was hard and my grades started to slip. I came to Boys & Girls Club during the school day and my Club mentor helped me when my grades started to slip. I passed the year with A/B honor role. Boys & Girls Club is important because, when I come here, I feel that I have done something productivewithmy day. The staff helpedme findmy group of friends, bemore open, and discover who I am as a person.

— Ashton, Grade 10

— Lily, Grade 7