You Can Change a Child's Future.
Young people today face greater
challenges than a generation ago. Negative influences - online, on
television and in the neighborhood - are everywhere, and they can affect
a child's future.
Consider these national statistics:
• 15 million children are unsupervised after the school day ends
• one in five lives in poverty
• one in four drops out of high school
• one in three is overweight or obese
All children deserve a good education, a healthy lifestyle, and the chance to have a positive influence on their community.
The Boys & Girls Club serves young people with neighborhood-based
facilities, caring adult mentors and life-changing programs. With your
help, we can reach out to more kids and keep them coming back to the
Club.
When kids spend more time at the Club, independent research shows they're more likely to:
• Stay engaged in school
• Get involved in the community
• Avoid risky behaviors
• Increase their health awareness
It all adds up to a brighter tomorrow, for our young people and our community. At
the Boys & Girls Club, we serve one purpose: to enable young
people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential
as productive, caring, responsible adults.
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