"The Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club is a non-profit independent organization founded in 1931 dedicated to youth development. Our mission is to enhance the well-being and develop the potential of our members, their families and the community." NBGC has been an integral part of the community for 85 years. Operations are supported by alumni, parent and business contributions, foundation and corporate, fundraisers. NBGC members ranging from 5 to 18 years of age are able to participate in numerous athletic, educational, social and leadership programs offered by our organization. These positive adult and teen supervised programs provides an alternative to the negative influences outside NBGC. The Club emphasizes sportsmanship and teamwork where all members, no matter their skill level, are guaranteed participation. Membership is free to the 1500+ girls & boys who participate year round. The program goes far beyond sports. Leadership skills, new friendships, and most of all a pride in oneself are the natural outcome of the unique Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club. By far, the most important program NBGC offers is our Youth Development and Leadership Program. A dedicated group of young people are responsible for each and every youth. Facilitating the day-to-day programs, these Youth Leaders learn to guide, mentor and be role models and in their community. SERVICES OFFERED: -Youth Leadership Program (must be going into 8th grade to apply) -On-Site Afterschool Programs at the NBGC Clubhouse, Coonley Elementary School and Bateman Elementary School (Youth from Cleveland Elementary School are walked over to Bateman) Seasonal Athletics: August to November - Boys Flag Football, Girls Soccer and Cheerleading November to February - Boys Basketball & Girls Basketball February to April - Boys Floor Hockey, Girls Floor Hockey and Girls Volleyball (6th - 8th Grade only) April to June - Coed Soccer