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Founded in 1891, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) serves over 1,200 youth and teens per day at nine neighborhood Clubhouses. Dedicated to helping kids from disadvantaged circumstances, BGCSF provides a broad range of programs to inspire young people to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. As state financial support to schools dwindles, the Clubs provide opportunities for at-risk youth to gain access to a wide variety of programs and activities, from technology and leadership skills to gang-prevention and intervention to fine arts and athletics. BGCSF also offers access to health services, daily homework assistance and tutoring, as well as specialized programs for young girls and teens.
Our MissionOur mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. PhilosophyBGCSF believes that young people reach their full potential when they have the access to opportunities, surrounded by an environment that promotes respect, innovation, education and fun. Our programs and committed staff engage youth in positive activities with peer supports that promote self-esteem.Every child that participates in Club programs is provided with numerous opportunities and choices. Our staff help coach them to make good choices, to use good judgment and to take responsibility for the outcomes. BGCSF believes that the ability to make good choices leads to self-sufficiency for a lifetime. Our philosophy. That's what makes the BGCSF different than other youth development organizations. By offering a broad range of recreational, artistic and educational programs, supported by a philosophy that promotes self-esteem, children and teens develop a sense of competency, belonging, usefulness and influence. The skill that has most life-lasting effects is the ability to make good decisions. BGCSF History and Milestones· 1891 San Francisco Boys Club is founded on Harrison Street. create our National Organization. (later changed to Camp Mendocino). · 2005 Signed a historic partnership agreement with the City to establish a new AwardsBoys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco is committed to program excellence. Our programs and Clubhouse members have consistently received awards for outstanding achievement. Recent accomplishments include*:2002: · Good Neighbor Award, Treasure Island Homeless Development Initiative · Program Excellence Award, "Mission Through the Eyes of Youth" - art exhibit · Program Excellence Merit Award, DateSmart program · National Fine Arts Contest (three winners) · National Photography Contest winner · Olympic Swim Team Member to compete in 2004 Olympics 2000: · Outstanding Community Organization in the Diocese (San Francisco, San Mateo and Marin Counties), presented by the Catholic Diocese 1999: · National Marketing Award 1997: · California Youth of the Year · Program Excellence Award, Citizen & Leadership · Program Excellence Award, Social Recreation 1996: · Program Excellence Award, Technology 1995: · Community Education Award for Alternative Education, presented by Mission Education Project In addition, BGCSF has been recognized by Stanford University as one of three organizations nationally for most effective youth development programs. BGCSF members have been awarded National Youth of the Year two times and been runner-up for the award two times.
*Unless specifically noted, these awards were presented by the Boys & Girls Clubs of America Our Board of TrusteesTrustees are generous community leaders who lend their advice and influence to promote the mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco.
Our Board of GovernorsGovernors are dedicated volunteers who oversee Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco's mission, purpose and policies; ensure financial solvency; and set an example of generous financial support.
Contact InformationBoys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco ... Project Discover: 415-445-5490 For a list of administrative office staff and phone numbers, click here.
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