Boys & Girls Clubs of the Blue Ridge

As a group of civic and professional leaders, we are dedicated to promoting positive youth development by providing a safe and healthy environment for children to interact with their peers and positive adult role models. Grant funds and local donations make it possible for any child, ages 3-18, living in Martinsville and Henry County to attend. The Boys & Girls Clubs of America, is a national organization comprised of more than 4,300 associated Clubs, has been successfully redirecting the lives of young people since 1860, serving over 4.8 million kids. Those listed among the 4.8 million kids served include: Denzel Washington, Shaquille O’Neal, Smokey Robinson, Ron Howard, Ashanti Douglas, Lebron James and Jennifer Lopez.

The BGCBR mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Our Formula for Impact says, if we take the young people who need us most, and provide them with the best possible outcome-driven Club Experience, they will achieve positive outcomes in the priority areas of Academic Success, Good Character and Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles.