Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Boys & Girls Clubs of America is an organization that provides several learning programs for children from 6 to 18 years old. Programs designed to empower kids and teens to excel in school, become good citizens and lead healthy, productive lives.
Boys & Girls Clubs of America had its beginnings in 1860 with three women in Hartford, Connecticut—Mary Goodwin, Alice Goodwin and Elizabeth Hammersley. Believing that boys who roamed the streets should have a positive alternative, they organized the first Club.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of America had its beginnings in 1860 with three women in Hartford, Connecticut—Mary Goodwin, Alice Goodwin and Elizabeth Hammersley.
The national organization, The Boys Clubs of America, is established with the Salem Club one of fourteen founding members.
The Boys Club Federation of America became Boys Clubs of America.
Our great future starts here!
Boys’ Clubs of America reached 1,000 Club milestone and was serving over 1,000,000 youth.
To recognize the fact that girls are a part of our cause, the national organization’s name was changed to Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Boys Clubs of America celebrated its 50th anniversary and received a U.S. Congressional Charter.
To recognize the fact that girls are a part of our cause, the national organization’s name was changed to Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Boys Clubs of America adopted the logo seen today.
Federated Boys’ Clubs changed its name to Boys’ Clubs Federation. A year later William Edwin Hall was named national president.
John Collins put a sign over the door “Boys’ Club” and instead of just reading and warmth from the cold he began offering the boys games to play. This required adult supervision to see the games were being played fairly and that good behavior was demonstrated.
Roxanne Spillett becomes the first woman to head the organization.
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