Why We Care
THE CHALLENGE: America's kids are in crisis.
THE SOLUTION: Boys & Girls Clubs
THE STRATEGY: The Formula for Impact
For each child, success depends on three things: academic success; good character and citizenship; and healthy lifestyles. For the Boys & Girls Club, these three "priority outcome areas" are the basis of the Formula For Impact.
Young people who drop out of high school are significantly less likely to secure a good job, earn an adequate salary and have a promising future. As such, high school graduation is an important goal for all Club members.
Boys & Girls Clubs:
- Provide a Club experience which appeals to youth.
- Support members' school success through such efforts as homework help and school readiness.
- Engage members in fun, hands-on activities to practice and learn reading, writing, speaking, math and scientific inquiry.
- Provide extra help for members who have difficulty mastering academic content and skills.
Good Character and Citizenship
Good citizenship is integral to a young person's ability to become a productive, caring and responsible citizen.
Boys & Girls Clubs:
Boys & Girls Clubs:
- Provide a Club experience which appeals to youth.
- Engage members in Club and/or community based service.
- Teach rights and responsibilities of citizenship.
- Introduce concepts of good character, encourage civility and tolerance, and recognize good behavior.
The health habits and self-care practices developed in childhood and adolescence affect an individual's health and quality of life throughout adulthood.
Boys & Girls Clubs:
Boys & Girls Clubs:
- Provide a Club experience which appeals to youth.
- Teach members about basic nutrition and healthy eating.
- Provide multiple ways for members of all ages to engage in fitness activities, track fitness activity levels and reach out to inactive members.
- Teach decision-making skills.
