Programs & Services

 

The Boys & Girls Club of Abbeville provides diversified activities that meet the interests of all young people.  Core program encourage activities with adults, peers and family members that enable kids to enhance self-esteem and fulfill their potential.  Based on the physical, emotional, cultural and social needs and interests of boys and girls, and recognizing developmental principles, the Club offers program activities in five critical areas:
 

 

CHARACTER AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
We empower young people to support and influence their community, sustain meaningful relationships, develop a positive self-image, participate in the democratic process and respect their own and others’ cultural identities.

 

Junior Staff

Youth of the Year

Keystone Club

Torch Club

Leaders in Training

 

EDUCATION AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT
We enable young people to become proficient in basic educational disciplines, apply learning to everyday situations and embrace technology to optimize employability.

 

Power Hour

Newspaper Club

Computers

Project Learn

Money Matters

 

HEALTH AND LIFE SKILLS
We develop young people’s capacity to engage in positive behaviors that nurture their own well-being, set personal goals, and develop the skills to live successfully as self-sufficient, contributing adults.

 

Passport to Manhood

Positive Sprouts

SMART Girls

Cavity Free Zone

 

SPORTS, FITNESS AND RECREATION
We promote fitness, positive use of leisure time, skills for stress management, appreciation for the environment, and social and interpersonal skills.

 

Leagues/Tournaments

Open Gym

Yoga

Workshops/Lessons

Board Games and Cards

Table games

 

THE ARTS
We provide youth with a platform to develop their creativity and cultural awareness through knowledge and appreciation of visual, tactile, and/or performing arts.

 

Arts and Crafts

Talent Show

Art Appreciation

Image Makers

Karaoke