Everything we do at BGCSF is focused on helping our members achieve success in life. That’s why we provide high-quality programs and support services that allow our members to leave us at age 18 “ready for life.”
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Great Futures Start Here
Our goal is to positively impact the lives of Club members by focusing on these four essential outcomes: Academic Success, Good Character & Community Engagement, Healthy Lifestyles, and Job Readiness With Earning Potential.
Last year, over 13,000 youth came to our Clubs after school and during the summer
Our Commitment to Transparency
We are proud that our strong financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency has earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator. This rating designates Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco as an official “Give with Confidence” charity, indicating that our organization is using its donations effectively based on Charity Navigator’s criteria. Charity Navigator is America’s largest and most-utilized independent charity evaluator.
Stories
Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco honors the wonderful life of our longtime friend, Jack Bickel. For decades, Jack was a leader on the Board of Governors for BGCSF, including serving as Board Chair. Jack was honored by the Club in 2018 for a legacy of excellent service to BGCSF and was also past president of The Guardsmen and the Bohemian Club.
A new school year is officially here and our Clubs are ready to make it unforgettable! As school gets back into full swing, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) is packed with fresh routines, strong friendships, and big goals.
As another summer at Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) comes to a close, our members' energy and enthusiasm remain as strong as ever. With Clubhouses open all day, summer gives young people a welcome break from academic pressures and the chance to experience joy, exploration, self-discovery, and connection. Through enriching programs, real-world experiences, and caring mentorship, youth explored new interests, discovered their strengths, built skills and lasting relationships with peers and trusted adults who make our Clubhouses and Camp Mendocino feel like second homes.
