Our Impact
Serving more than 40,000 youth per year in Michigan, Boys & Girls Clubs fill the gap between school and home. The Clubs provide welcoming, positive environments in which children and teens have fun, participate in enriching and life changing programs, and build supporting relationships with peers and caring adults.
OUR MISSION
To inspire and enable all youth, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential, as productive and caring citizens.
16
Club Organizations in mi
We have 16 different organizations in the state of Michigan. Each organization has multiple sites and serves communities across the state.
100+
Years Serving MI communities
The first Club in Michigan was the D.A.R. Boys & Girls Club located in Menominee, MI. This Club was founded on November 24th, 1919!
40+
Thousand children Served in 2023
Michigan Clubs served over 40,000 total youth collectively in 2023 and expect to see that even higher in 2024.
POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
FORMULA FOR IMPACT
The Five Key Elements for Positive Youth Development are at the center of our work as a Boys & Girls Club. When implemented together and with consistency, the Club meets the developmental needs of youth by providing:
A safe, positive environment
Access to fun and a sense of belonging
Access to supportive relationships
Meaningful opportunities and expectations
Formal and informal recognition
