Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal annual Holiday Shopping Spree will take place on December 12th, 2026. This event is a cherished tradition that brings joy and support to over 200 families in our community, bringing them joy and relief during the holiday season.
During the event, pre-registered participants will have the opportunity to “shop” for new items for their households, including gifts for children aged 18 and under. Volunteers will assist with selections, wrapping, and loading items.
- NON MEMBERS ONLY: If you need holiday assistance, please fill out the form here: NON MEMBER LINK
- VOLUNTEERS: If you would like to help the day of the event, use this link: VOLUNTEER LINK
- DONORS: Want to donate items for shopping? Check out our wish list here: WISH LIST
For additional information or questions contact:
Leslie Adams, Family & Volunteer Coordinator: ladams@bgcbn.org 309-829-3034 ext. 112
Ashleigh Myers, BGCBN Volunteer: aemyer2@gmail.com, 309-287-6771
Our Mission
“To empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Boys & Girls Club offer to kids?
The Boys & Girls Club is a safe place for kids that is supervised by paid, professionally trained staff who offer fun and engaging programs for Club members at an affordable price. The Club offers a wide variety of programs to meet the needs of various ages and interests, such as leadership development and volunteering opportunities, homework help, computers, games, sports, dance, swimming, photography, arts and crafts, discussion groups, college prep, youth employment, movie making and delinquency prevention.
How old do the kids have to be to join a Club?
Clubhouse: Open to all incoming 1st-5th grade students (incoming kindergarteners will be determined on an individual basis)
PJHS & BJHS: Open to all incoming 6th- 8th grade students registered at their Unit 5 or District 87 zoned Junior High Schools
Junior Leadership Academy: Open to all incoming 9th - 12th grade students who apply
Teen Night: Open to all incoming 6th - 12th grade students
What programs does the Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal offer?
The range of Club programs, activities and services include educational support, tutoring, mentoring, career counseling, computer training, fine arts, athletics, after-school programming, and meals.
What are the hours of operation for the School Year?
The Clubhouse at 1615 Illinois St is open Monday-Friday between 2:30pm and 6:30pm. The Clubs @ BJHS and PJHS are open from 2:45pm – 6:30pm and Teen CLUB is Friday night from 6:30pm – 9pm. All Clubs following the schedule of District 87, when they are not in session, the Club is closed.
How much does an annual membership cost?
Only $25 per school year for our K – 5 program and free for Junior High and High School members.