This year promises to be loaded with surprises and great opportunities to entertain while bringing much needed funding to one of the most successful and effective youth organizations, the Boys & Girls Club of Metro Atlanta, while demonstrating NKBA’s commitment to the community and “good deeds”.
Plans are now in progress for Parties a la Carte (PALC)--a series of unique themed social events which incorporate the imaginations and resources of the committees that host them. The parties range from intimate dinners for eight, ladies brunches, day trips or wine tasting to extraordinary events. Each party will be designed at the discretion of the hosting group and the proceeds from tickets sold go to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta! Learn more and visit the PALC at the link on this page.
Our first Golf Tournament is coming very soon and more details will be shared. If you are interested in volunteering on committee, please contact Kitty Johnson.
THE FACTS
The organization
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta, “The Positive Place for Kids,” is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of disadvantaged youth. The organization provides children with Clubs - after-school safe-havens - where they go for fun, education, and personal development.
The mission
Our mission is to provide quality developmental programs which empower metro Atlanta youth, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to become productive adults. Programs focus on Health, Education, and Employability.
The purpose
Our trained, professional staff provides a safe, stable environment and special programming to prepare young people for success in life. Homework assistance, sports, arts and crafts, educational workshops, targeted Health programs, computer training and college and career guidance are among the activities available in Clubs throughout our community each day.
The people
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta serves more than 30,000 young people annually, from 6-18 years of age. 73% of members come from economically disadvantaged circumstances, in communities where youth services are limited or non-existent. Memberships cost only $35 per school year but scholarships are available for those who need assistance. The actual cost to support our programs is over $900 per member, per year.
The Clubs
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta operate 21 year-round Clubs in the Metro area, 12 of them outside the perimeter. In addition, we operate Camp Kiwanis, a year-round, 160-acre residential camp, and the Youth Art Connection, a professional gallery and workshop for young artists.
The Outcomes
- Incidences of teen pregnancy and substance abuse arrests are reduced by as much as 50%.
- Youth-related crimes and violence are reduced by 13%
- Boys & Girls Club members show an improvement of 12% in their academic performance.
- Members graduate from High School at a rate of 87%, compared the national average of 66%.
- Members finish college at a rate of 25%, compared to the national average of 16%.
Call us for information. General phone number: (404) 527-7100 / www.bgcma.org
|
