Who We Are
Our Mission
Our mission is the Boys & Girls Club Movement's reason for being:
To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring responsible citizens.
Our Vision
Provide a world-class experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who enters our doors, with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle.
Our History
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis was founded in April of 1962 and has served the community for more than 55 years. Our organization has evolved from one club serving 162 members, to eight clubs, one technical training center and one summer residence camp meeting the needs of nearly 4,500 members.
What We Do
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis
We provide after-school care for children ages 6-18, Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with programs in six core areas:
- Education and Leadership
- Character Development
- Healthy Life Choices
- Athletics
- The Arts
- Workforce Development
Students also take part in site-by-site programs including Karate, ballet, robotics, foreign languages, cultural studies, soccer, tennis and much more.
Our Core Beliefs
A Boys & Girls Club provides:
- A safe place to learn and grow
- Ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals
- Life-enhancing programs and character development experiences
- Hope and opportunity
Details
| (901) 278-2947 ext. 1178 | |
| (901) 274-5460 | |
| rachelr@bgcm.org | |
| Rachel Raddin | |
| V.P. Development | |
| http://www.bgcm.org |
