Our Programs
At Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, we are more than a safe space for young people during critical out-of-school time – we are a launching pad for their potential! We create transformational opportunities where kids and teens discover their strengths, challenge their limits, and build the real-life skills needed to shape their own futures.
Every day, we use our dedication, passion, and resources to open doors for kids and with kids. Together, we are cultivating a brighter future where every kid’s dreams take root and grow into endless possibilities.
Key Program Outcome Areas
ACADEMICS & CAREERS
We empower Club members of all ages through daily academic support and homework help, targeted literacy programs, career skills development, and innovative STEM programs.
89%
of surveyed Club members indicate they enjoy learning new things at the Club.*
CHARACTER & LEADERSHIP
Club members have opportunities to cultivate strong leadership skills, engage actively in their community, and explore college and career opportunities, preparing them to be confident, responsible leaders.
97%
of surveyed Club members indicated their participation in Keystone/Torch Club helped them build their confidence and leadership skills.**
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
We inspire Club members to live healthy lives through nutrition education, access to healthy foods, fitness and sports programming, outdoor exploration, and evidence-based personal-health and substance-prevention curricula.
93%
of surveyed Club members indicated an increase in knowledge around healthy behaviors.**
MENTAL HEALTH
All our Clubs provide trauma-informed mental health support, for groups and individuals, and integrate social-emotional learning across program areas to build emotional resilience and overall wellbeing.
*2023-2024 National Youth Outcomes Initiative Survey
**2023-2024 Kid Perception Data
93%
of surveyed Club members indicated they can recognize, identify, and name different emotions.**
Fundamental Program Pillars
SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING
Social-emotional learning (SEL) is the foundation of all Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver programming. We offer SEL groups, led by licensed mental health professionals, using the Ladders curriculum for K-12 students. Our goal is to help kids manage emotions, find self-identity, and build healthy relationships. We collaborate with community partners for evidence-based, culturally-responsive, age-appropriate curricula to nurture leadership skills and resilience in every child.
SUMMER PROGRAMMING
Club kids experience safe, fun, and enriching summers with our summer program for Metro Denver families. Kids enjoy outdoor adventures, learn new skills, and enhance leadership abilities. Summer attendees go on field trips, make friends, play sports, and explore Gates Camp in Ward, Colorado, with exciting activities such as archery, canoeing, and ropes courses.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver collaborates with schools, businesses, volunteers, families, and partner organizations to empower kids. These partnerships open doors and break barriers, enabling children to fulfill their potential.