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

• In the past six years we have grown from three clubs to seventeen. (Three neighborhood clubs, five middle schools, three high schools, four elementary schools, and two public housing sites.)
• In the fall of 2011 we opened three new clubs at Wooldridge Elementary, Cook Elementary, and McBee Elementary.
• Clubs are open 245 days a year, with more than 1,600 total hours of programming.
• Since 2001, our program offerings have increased 123%.
• We serve more than 10,000 kids every year and nearly 1,600 every day.
• Yearly membership dues are $30, only $1 for housing authority members, and nothing at our school based clubs. Scholarships are provided for youth who cannot afford these fees.
• 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 the 2009/2010 School Year:

• More than 3,000 kids benefited from BGCAA’s Education Programs
• 219 kids participated in leadership programs such as Torch Club and Keystone Club
• 1,772 kids participated in PowerHour (homework assistance)
• 711 Club girls participated in SMART (Skills Mastery and Resistance Training) programs
• 395 high school Club members participated in Career Launch
• 259 kids participated in the Club Tech and Digital Arts programs
• 108,434 hot meals were served through our Kid’s Café program sponsored by Capital Area Food Bank
• 145 kids completed Charles Schwab Money Matters (personal financial management)
• 1,328 kids completed Triple Play/Healthy Habits  (physical fitness / health / nutrition program)
• 190 kids participated as Junior Staff
• BGCAA collaborated with more than 30 organizations to provide education and enrichment programs for all Club members!