Generous donors like you provide Bemidji area children, ages 6-18, a safe place to go after school and in the summer, a time when national statistics show that our children are most at risk.
You can help them beat the odds.
Generous donors like you provide Bemidji area children, ages 6-18, a safe place to go after school and in the summer, a time when national statistics show that our children are most at risk.
You can help them beat the odds.
Our mission: To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.
Our priorities: Help youth achieve academic success, adopt healthy lifestyles and develop good character and citizenship.
Our plan: Provide a safe and engaging place where youth develop positive relationships with caring adults and peers.
The Boys & Girls Club fills the gap between school and home. We provide welcoming, positive environments in which kids and teens have fun, participate in life-changing programs, and build supportive relationships with peers and caring adults.
262
TOTAL NUMBER OF YOUTH SERVED
70%
MEMBERS QUALIFY FOR FREE OR REDUCED SCHOOL LUNCH
19,318
MEALS/SNACKS PROVIDED AT NO COST TO OUR YOUTH
100%
OF BEMIDJI CLUB TEENS EXPECT TO GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL
87%
OF BEMIDJI CLUB TEENS PLAN ON A POST-SECONDARY OPTION
“Everything about the Boys and Girls Club is good. It’s good people taking care of young people. It’s a blessing.”
-Ed Nynas, board member
“All the places to go and things to do – makes it good. And you can play with your friends because they come here, too.”
-Jameson, 4th grade
I come every day. I like the gym – basketball, jump roping and four square. I read with Josh. He reads some and I read some.
-Jared, 1st grade
You can play a whole bunch of games in the games room – I usually play a game with my friends.
-Kylie, 2nd grade
My three kids love the Club because it’s a fun place to hang out, a place where they feel safe and accepted.
-Crystal, Club parent
My son has grown tremendously at the Club. He’s gained self-confidence and teamwork skills while learning the value of giving back to the community.
-Chanel, Club mom
