Health & Life Skills
These programs encourage young people to engage in positive behaviors that nurture their own well-being and to set personal goals for the future.
Members participate in programs that reinforce healthy living such as:
- SMART Girls - a health, fitness, prevention/education and self-esteem enhancement program for Club girls ages 8-18;
- Passport to Manhood - a program that promotes and teaches responsibility to Club boys ages 11-14; and
- Healthy Habits - a program that emphasizes good nutrition, regular physical activity and improving overall well-being, diversity education and more.
Special events that include health presentations and financial literacy are another key component of this program area.
Other Program Areas
These programs empower youth to positively influence their Club and community, sustain meaningful relationships with others and develop self-esteem.
Character & Leadership Development
Each Club is dedicated to helping members improve their study habits, do well in school and make good life choices.
Education & Career Development
Club members develop fitness, positive use of leisure time, skills for stress management, appreciation for the environment and social skills through sports, fitness and recreational programs.
Sports, Fitness & Recreation
Art programming allows young people to develop creativity and cultural awareness through knowledge and appreciation of visual arts and crafts, performing arts and creative writing.
The Arts
Our technology programs help develop young people’s technical skills to provide them with a competitive edge among their peers and prepare them for future success.