For over 10 years, the Boys & Girls Club of Jackson County http://www.bgcjcga.org/locations.html has been at the forefront of youth development, working with young people from disadvantaged economic, social and family circumstances. The Boys and Girls Club of Jackson County has actively sought to enrich the lives of girls and boys whom other youth agencies have had difficulty in reaching. We are dedicated to ensuring that our community’s disadvantaged youngsters have greater access to quality programs and services that will enhance their lives and shape their futures.
A youth development strategy underlies all Boys & Girls Club programs and fosters a sense of belonging, competence, usefulness, and influence that builds self-confidence and self-esteem.
The Boys and Girls Club of Jackson County is part of a nationwide affiliation of local, autonomous organizations working to help the youth of all backgrounds develop the qualities needed to become responsible citizens and leaders. It is facility-based, employs eight paid professional staff supplemented by four part-time volunteers, and offers daily access to a broad range of programs in five core program areas:
Character and Leadership Development
Education and Career Development
Health and Life Skills
The Arts
Sports, Fitness and Recreation
Today, more than 300 boys and girls are in need of the programs, activities, and services provided by the Boys & Girls Club of Jackson County. They benefit from trained, caring, professional staff and volunteers who help young people take control of their lives, envision productive futures and reach their goals.