About the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay
ABOUT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF TAMPA BAY
Our Mission
It is the mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay to enable all young people, especially those who need us the most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens.
Our History
From games and athletics to drug prevention workshops, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay offers young people a range of fun and productive activities. Clubs are open each day after school from 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. – when research has shown children to be the most vulnerable to gangs, violence and other risky behavior. In the summer, Clubs open their doors all day to young people with nowhere else to go.
The results of these services and programs are remarkable – children excel in school and personally, because of the stability, personal attention and special programs the Clubs provide. Last year, because of our programmatic efforts, 88% of participating members showed improvements in academic and social competencies, 89% showed improved behavior both at the Club and at school; and 93% of parents stated that the Boys & Girls Clubs has a measurable positive impact on their children.