What are Boys & Girls Clubs all about?
Our motto is simple: Great Futures Start Here!
But great futures don’t happen by accident.
They take work. Focus. Determination. Opportunities. Encouragement. Mentors. Friendship. Hope.
In fact, every kid needs something to help them get there.
And every parent or guardian needs something for their kid.
So our mission is clear: Offer a safe and encouraging place to go during out of school time to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as Caring, Productive, Responsible citizens.
- CARING (We want them to be engaged by caring, friendly, welcoming staff who help them to become skilled in understanding and navigating their own and others’ emotions, values, and interests.)
- PRODUCTIVE (We want them to have positive learning opportunities and a variety of Club experiences that foster creativity and imagination.)
- RESPONSIBLE (We want to be engaged citizens, involved in the community, and modelling strong character and healthy lifestyle choices that lead to Great Futures!)
What do Boys & Girls Clubs offer youth?
Great Futures start with a safe and encouraging place to go during out of school time, a place to learn and grow, a place to be loved, respected, and encouraged, and a place to challenge and inspire them to set big goals and dreams and develop the skills and discipline to achieve them.
Boys & Girls Clubs does this by offering a variety of programs for school age youth that focus on the following:
- Sports & Recreation—Organized group programs, activities, and games that get members up and moving, plus sports activities that teach members sportsmanship and healthy competition.
- Education—Programs that provide educational activities and daily homework assistance.
- The Arts—Programs introducing members to multiple art forms from visual to dramatic
- Health & Wellness—The Club aims to address food insecurity by providing free snacks daily and meal opportunities
- Character & Leadership—Program created to identify ways to set healthy boundaries and avoid at-risk behavior including bullying, alcohol, and drug use.
- Workforce Readiness—YouthForce is an economic and job readiness program within the P.I.E. Center for the purpose of equipping youth with the tools necessary for professionalism and success through:
- career exploration
- the development of skills and certifications
- the development of a growth mindset that raises the level of work ethic
- introducing a sense of pride to continue investing in their personal productivity
- supporting the overall goal of breaking the cycle of poverty within their family unit and community
Who can be a member of Boys & Girls Clubs?
Anyone school age youth can join any of the 15 Clubs in the Ocoee Region. A completed Membership Application, with your fee, is all that is required. If you are a member of another Boys & Girls Club, anywhere in the world, your membership card is good at any and all of our Clubs in The Ocoee Region. Just bring your membership card.
How much does it cost to join Boys & Girls Clubs?
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Ocoee Region charges a flat rate fee of $20 per week, per child.*
Transportation (Bradley County Only): $5 per week.
Membership: $10 a year
*Multi-Child Discounts are available. Families First Accepted.
Is membership required to attend?
Yes, membership is required for anyone not using a temporary guest pass, and a nominal fee is required to participate in the many programs and activities offered by Boys & Girls Clubs of The Ocoee Region. This super-low fee helps us cover the cost of operating expenses (approximately $600 per member per year). Memberships also help us keep kids safe by tracking attendance and verifying identity, as well as tracking improving school grades and more.
What is included in membership?
Just show your membership card at ANY Boys & Girls Club to enter and participate in all that the club has to offer! Once inside the Club, you can utilize the games room, receive homework help, participate in a number of programs, activities, and games. Membership also allows you to register for summer programs and participate in all the fun activities that come along with being a BGCOR member.
What are your hours of operation?
Each Club has a schedule that is designed for the community it serves. During the school year, most clubs open after school Monday through Friday from 2:30-7:00pm. In the summer, Clubs are open from 7am to 5:30pm. Please contact an individual Club for specific times and schedules.
Do I have to join another Club if I want to participate in a program that is not offered at mine?
NO. Just bring your membership card from your Club. That is your ticket to be included.
Where are all the Clubs located and how can I contact a Club?
You can find a list of all our current locations (addresses, links to Google Maps locations, phone numbers, names of Unit Directors), by clicking here.