About Us
A Club for Life.
Our Mission
Founded in 1902, Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago (BGCC) is one of the oldest youth development organizations in Chicago. Its mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need them the most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. With more than 20 locations throughout Chicago, we serve nearly 20,000 young people ages 5 to 20+ every year. BGCC works to equip members with the emotional, educational, physical, and cultural resources that allow them to enjoy their childhood and thrive in adulthood.
21st Century Grant
Boys & Girls Club of Chicago in partnership with Alcott College Prep, Austin High School, Avondale-Logandale Elementary School, Bulls College Prep, Ford Heights, Funston Elementary School, Kanoon Magnet Elementary School, LEARN Charter School, Orville Bright Elementary School, Park Manor Elementary School, St. Thomas the Apostle School, and Wendell Green Elementary School, intend to submit an application to the Illinois State Board of Education for a 21 Century Learning Centers grant.
The grant will support academic and enrichment focused after-school programs for students at these schools. If you have any comments on the proposed program, please contact info@bgcc.org. A copy of the application will be available for public review after submission at the James R. Jordan Boys & Girls Club.
And Justice for All
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department ofAgriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity