Together, we're helping youth reach their full potential
At Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County, every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Through our Clubhouses and Early Learning Centers, young people find caring mentors, build confidence, strengthen academic skills, and develop healthy habits that set them up for success in school and beyond.
The impact goes beyond the hours spent safely at our Clubs. It's seen in the skills children develop and relationships they build that create the foundation kids need for a great future. That's the Boys & Girls Clubs difference.
The Boys & Girls Clubs Difference
Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and build a great future, regardless of their family's circumstances. At Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County, we provide affordable care, meaningful relationships, and opportunities that help young people thrive. We're committed to showing up for our Whatcom County community.
The Power of a Safe Space
Every child deserves a place where they feel safe, supported, and like they belong. Our Clubhouses and Early Learning Centers provide dependable care and a welcoming environment where kids can explore, build relationships, and be themselves. When children feel safe and supported, they have a stronger foundation for learning, growing, and taking on new challenges.
The Impact of Caring Mentors
A caring adult can make a lasting difference in a child's life. Through positive relationships with our staff and mentors, young people have someone to encourage them, help them navigate challenges, and celebrate their growth. These connections help kids build confidence, develop healthy relationships, and recognize their own potential.
The Importance of Healthy Food
Kids need nutritious food to fuel their bodies, support their development, and be ready to learn. By providing healthy meals and snacks, we help children get the nourishment they need to participate, focus, and thrive throughout the day. For families facing food insecurity, that support can make a meaningful difference.
Opportunities to Excel
Every young person has strengths worth discovering and potential worth nurturing. From homework help and hands-on learning to leadership opportunities for teens, our programs help kids build skills, explore interests, and discover what they're capable of. These experiences prepare young people to navigate challenges, pursue their goals, and take an active role in shaping their futures.
A Place to Have Fun
Sometimes, kids just need a place to let loose, laugh with friends, and be themselves. Our Clubs give young people the freedom to play, try new things, discover interests, and connect with others. Fun isn't just a bonus of childhood. It's part of how kids build friendships, develop social skills, and create a sense of belonging.
Our Impact in 2025
$40
Annual Club Membership Cost
1,084
Kids enrolled in our Clubs
170,219
Meals & Snacks Served
743
Youth Participated in Athletics
471
Kids enrolled in Early Learning Centers
84%
Of Kids enrolled receive subsidies