Character & Leadership
We nurture the spark of leadership in every Club member, cultivating their unique voices and empowering them to create positive change. Through hands-on leadership experiences, service opportunities, and mentorship, Club members develop the confidence and skills to grow their own futures and the future of their communities.
YOUTH OF THE YEAR (Ages 10-18)
Club members develop leadership and communication skills through Boys & Girls Clubs of America's premier character, scholarship, and recognition program. Members complete an extensive application and rigorous interview process to advocate for issues important to them. Club winners can advance through city, state, regional, and national competitions.
Each year at our annual gala, we gather as a community to celebrate our Youth of the Year participants and raise support for Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver programs and the thousands of kids we serve each year.
KEYSTONE CLUBS (Ages 14-18)
Teens build confidence, learn how to advocate for themselves and their peers, fundraise, and lead service-learning projects.
TORCH CLUBS (Ages 11-13)
Young leaders grow through small-group experiences that build character, encourage service, and develop essential leadership skills during pivotal early adolescent years.
RISE
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver partners with the Denver Broncos and the RISE sports leadership organization to provide teen Club members with the tools they need to spark change. In program sessions, teens share their experiences and learn how to become leaders in diversity and inclusion.
Through these interconnected programs, Club members grow from passionate dreamers into confident leaders, equipped with the tools, experiences, and support networks to create lasting positive impact.
Become a leader at the Club! Join today to take advantage of these character and leadership opportunities.