Boys & Girls Club is where fun and learning explode in a safe and caring environment for children and young people ages 5-18 in six areas around the city and county. The Club offers programming 50 weeks out of the year in four of it locations, plus year-round for teens in Teen Center at Simms. The Clubs' focuses on positive impact on youth in the three main areas: Academics, Good Character & Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles. Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us the most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens. This organization was established in 1995 and is governed by a Board of Directors. It is operated by trained full-time professionals and supplemented by part-time professionals and volunteers who are here to ensure a positive experience in a fun and safe environment