Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Bedford
About Our Club
“Enabling all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.”
Filling a Critical Need
Trained professional staff provide positive adult mentors and role models. Nationally recognized programs help young people succeed in school, stay healthy, learn important life skills, pursue interests in the arts and sports and explore vocational choices.
Most importantly, the Boys & Girls Club shows members that someone cares, wants them to realize their full potential and to BE GREAT!
OUR CLUB IS
For all boys and girls. Being a member of the Boys & Girls Club satisfies the age-old desire of young people to have a “club of their own.” Children of all races, religions and ethnic cultures are welcome.
Well-staffed. Full-time professional leadership is supplemented by part-time peer leaders and volunteers.
Affordable. Membership dues are kept low, so all young people can afford to join.
Guidance-orientated. The Boys & Girls Club emphasizes positive values in the relationships members have with each other and with adult leaders. It helps members to make appropriate choices in their physical, educational, personal, social, emotional, vocational and spiritual lives.
WHAT WE OFFER
Fun! Rule number one for almost everything that happens at the Club is that it must be fun.
A Safe Place The Club is a safe place where kids can come enjoy themselves and their friends.
Opportunities Club members have the opportunity to learn, grow, give back to the community, discover their needs, set goals and meet new friends.
A Full Schedule of Great Activities From simple games to leadership opportunities, the Club offers a wide variety of activities.
Age-Appropriate Services Our Boys & Girls Club strives to meet the youth development needs in our community.
Board Officers
Robert A. Mendes
Chief Professional Officer
Craig Correia
President
Timothy P. Walsh, Esq.
Vice President
Jonathan Beauregard
Treasurer
LaShauna Barboza
Board of Directors
Phil Cloutier, MBA
David J. Conceicao
Ernest Frias, Jr.
Jason P. Lanagan
Raymond J. Ledvina
Michael J. Rocha, MD
Maria Poulos
John B. Seed, Esq.
Andrew K. Springer
Shiona R. Rose
Our Staff
Robert A. Mendes
Jonathan Felix
Assistant to Executive Director
(508) 992-8011 ext. 16
jfelix@bgcnewbedford.org
Jean Silva
Wendy Crowley
Donna Almy
Our Impact
Robert A. Mendes
Jonathan Felix
Assistant to Executive Director
(508) 992-8011 ext. 16
jfelix@bgcnewbedford.org
Jean Silva
Wendy Crowley
Donna Almy
93%
Expect to graduate high school
Priceless
Boost of self esteem through arts, wellness and technology programs.
Feel cared about by club staff
of members say staff encourage them to try new things.
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of members enjoy trying new things
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