Boys and Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay

In 2022, Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay proudly served 12,663 youth ages 5-18 throughout Hillsborough and Pasco Counties.In serving youth, our mission is to identify those "who need us the mostX and for Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay, that focus is on families and youth facing the effects of poverty. Of the youth served throughout our Clubs, 86% live at or below the federal poverty level. To best combat the affect of poverty on young individuals, Boys & Girls Clubs provides three pillars of development to our youth. The first pillar of Academic Success is focused around grade advancement and ultimately high school graduation. This is achieved through structured programs that enhance the child's learning environment. In 2022, the high school graduation rate among high school Seniors who regularly attended our Clubs was 100%.The second pillar of focused development is Health & Wellness. With 86% of our youth qualifying for free or reduced school lunches, the focus on health, nutrition and wellness is critical to their academic success. Youth in our Clubs participate in programs to support healthy eating habits. Other programs focused on wellness include healthy decision making to prevent youth from taking on risky behaviors. The third pillar of development is Character & Leadership. Programs here focus on instilling a sense of confidence and exposure to the community around them through education and service. More than 708 hours of community service were completed by our youth members in 2022. Combined with focused programming, our Clubs serve as a safe place youth can find structure and a sense of belonging. Through mentoring, a sense of self-worth, ability to contribute to the community around them, and independence are critical life skills developed at Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay.