Parents and Guardians

Hope & Opportunity

The Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Bedford has changed in many ways over the years, truly becoming a place of hope and opportunity for all kids. Today’s Club emphasizes educational achievement and career preparation in addition to the sports, recreation, leadership, and character development programs that have been the hallmark of the Club for more than a century.

Millions have benefited from belonging to a Boys & Girls Club since the first Club opened its doors in 1860.

Based on research by Louis Harris & Associates, Club alumni have a very strong feeling about their individual Club experiences:

• 80% said Club staff helped them learn right from wrong.
• 95% indicated the club was the best thing available in their community.
• 52% said participating in the Club “saved my life.”