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What are Boys &
Girls Clubs?
Clubs are community-based organizations that
provide young people with a fun, safe and constructive after-school
environment. Clubs offer programs and services designed to build
character and strengthen life skills.
Who do Clubs
serve?
Boys & Girls Clubs are open to all youth ages
6-18 and have a special focus on children and teens from challenging
or disadvantaged circumstances. Clubs reach out to children in need,
giving them support, guidance and hope for the future. Clubs also
keep dues low and do not turn kids away because of an inability to
pay.
Where are Clubs
located?
Clubs are in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the
Virgin Islands. Many Clubs are actual physical buildings designed
especially for kids, with their needs and interests in mind. Other
Clubs are located in a variety of settings - including public housing,
U.S. military bases around the world, schools and Native American
lands - to provide as many youth as possible with carefully designed
programming tailored to local needs. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Geneva
are located on Goodman Street and Castle Street in Geneva.
What makes Clubs
unique?
Neighborhood-centered, Clubs provide programming
in specialized areas, including character development, educational
enhancement and career exploration. Clubs are staffed by paid,
trained youth development professionals. Through a system of informal
guidance, Club staff form strong bonds with young people and help them
make smart choices in life. For many Club members, Club staff are the
most influential positive adult role models in their lives.
For all of these reasons
and more, Boys & Girls Club of Geneva are truly "The Positive Place
for Kids."
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