Building Great Futures in San Antonio
Our Mission
At the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio, we are committed to inspiring youth, especially those who need us most, to achieve their full potential in a safe, positive, and engaging environment that promotes education, health, and character development. Our mission is to provide a life-changing Club experience and after-school help that assures success is within reach of every child who enters our doors.
Our Approach
We achieve our mission by providing a range of programs and services that cater to the unique needs of each child. Our programs are designed to foster academic success, character development, and healthy lifestyles. We believe that every child deserves access to resources that can help them thrive, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status.
Our Programs
Our after-school programs provide a safe and engaging environment where children can receive homework help, participate in arts and crafts, play games, and engage in sports. Our summer camp programs offer exciting field trips, outdoor adventures, and character-building activities that promote healthy lifestyles and positive relationships. We also offer extended-day programs that provide children with a safe and structured environment during non-school hours.
Why We Do It
We do it because we believe that every child deserves access to resources that can help them thrive. We serve families in neighborhoods that need us the most, providing after-school help and other programs that cater to the unique needs of each child. We are committed to keeping our membership fees affordable and our doors open to every child who needs us.
How We Do It
We achieve our goals by providing high-quality after-school programs in a safe environment with caring staff and volunteers dedicated to serving as positive role models and champions of our Club members' success. Our programs are designed to foster academic success, character development, and healthy lifestyles. We believe that every child deserves access to resources that can help them thrive, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status.
Academics and Enrichment
Our academic programs provide homework help and tutoring, helping children to catch up or get ahead in their studies. Our enrichment programs offer a range of activities, including arts and crafts, sports, and character-building activities that promote healthy lifestyles and positive relationships.
Character and Leadership
Our character and leadership programs focus on developing important life skills, such as teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. We believe that every child deserves access to resources that can help them thrive, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status.
Health and Wellness
Our health and wellness programs promote healthy lifestyles and positive relationships through physical activity, nutrition education, and health screenings. We believe that every child deserves access to resources that can help them thrive, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status.
Community and Family
Our community and family programs focus on building strong relationships between children, families, and the community. We believe that every child deserves access to resources that can help them thrive, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status.
Join Us
We invite you to join us in our mission to inspire youth and provide them with the resources they need to succeed. Whether you're a parent, a teenager, a donor, or a volunteer, we have a place for you at the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio. Join us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of the children we serve.
Early Years
Many reviewers have fond memories of visiting the BBR club in the 1970s, with some recalling visits from famous guests like Telly Savalas. The camp Wabenaki program was a highlight for some, with activities and mentors leaving a lasting impact on their lives.
Recent Experience
Recent reviewers have praised the staff at the Henry Street Settlement program, describing them as "wonderful" and noting that their children have enjoyed the remote learning and afterschool programs. The organization is still going strong, with some reviewers noting that they have continued to provide opportunities for local kids.
Activities and Programs
Reviews also highlight the variety of activities and programs available, including sports and daily activities, as well as the summer camp program Camp Wabenaki. Some reviewers have fond memories of specific activities, such as the "O O" game at camp.
Overall Experience
Overall, reviewers have very positive memories of their experiences at the BBR, ranging from visits as children to attending programs as adults. They have praised the staff, mentors, and activities, noting that the organization has made a lasting impact on their lives.
