The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Redwoods is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Each of our sites offer young people ages 6-18 years a positive place to call their own, adults who care about them, and activities to build a better future for them.

 

For over 100 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America has been saving the lives of youth in the United States and around the world. They are dedicated to helping youth become successful, civic-minded, responsible adults.

 

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Redwoods is a part of this wonderful tradition. We are providing youth with a safe environment to come and participate in positive activities. On a daily basis, our professional staff and volunteers dedicate themselves to helping youth take control of their lives, envision productive futures and realize their goals.

 

Established in 1972, The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Redwoods is a youth development program for youth ages 6 to 18. All of our sites offer a safe place for these children to learn, play and develop citizenship and leadership skills. Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of our members by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and a power of influence, which is the Youth Development Strategy of the Boys & Girls Clubs.

The Club focuses on five core areas of development: Sports, Fitness and Social Recreation, Character and Leadership Development, Health and Life Skills, The Arts, and Education and Career. Focusing on these areas provides the children who participate the opportunity to engage in programs that will enable them to develop positive self images and reach their full potential. Every day members are helped with their homework, participate in organized sports, arts and crafts projects, and enjoy a nutritious snack. In addition to regular Club activities, members often attend field trips, have interesting and relevant guest speakers, and have a regular schedule of prevention workshops and teen support groups.

Dedicated, compassionate professionals and volunteers staff the Club. The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Redwoods is steered by Liz Smith, Executive Director who has been a part of the local Club movement for 15 years. The Board of Directors who also volunteer, dedicate many resources to see that the Club continues to grow and meet the community's needs.