BGCHarlem works with over 1,200 youth across Harlem, providing academic support and enrichment and a host of other cultural arts, character & leadership programs. This fall, we're supporting kids, ages 5-12, with an array of programming to address learning loss as a result of the pandemic. All on-site activities will adhere to all NYC, NYS, and CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19. However, it takes a community's support to prepare them for academic challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Consider making a donation today. Your generous donation will give new, engaging, an ..read more

NYC Young Professionals!!!! Join us for a mid-summer BBQ to kick-off Back-to-School season. Learn how you can support our kids as they return to in-person learning this fall. July 31, 2021 4:00-7:00pm $25 Donation for a backpack for a BGCHarlem youth or you may bring school supplies to the event ..read more

Despite a global pandemic, the Boys & Girls Club of Harlem marches forward, creating space for communities to thrive https://youtu.be/Fede5_Txe0s When New York City shut down at the onset of an unprecedented global pandemic, everything shut down and the Boys & Girls Club of Harlem – a community space that provides equitable access and opportunities for youth to unlock their full potential – was no exception. But Dominique Jones, Executive Director, was determined to quickly shift gears and find solutions to safely reopen for her Harlem community. After school programs, like the Boys &a ..read more

This summer, students learned a productive way to channel their creativity and frustrations while letting their voices be heard. Students were able to tap into their creativity and engage in activism by creating “think pieces” and “art installations” advocating for community needs and injustices. They were able to let their voices be heard as they evaluated issues they would like addressed in their community through "Zines." Students created banners, researched youth activists, and created political campaigns. They also analyzed different versions of activism that they see in their commu ..read more

We are delighted to invite you to the 2021 Boys & Girls Club of Harlem Golf Classic on October 4, 2021 at Paramount Golf Club. This event benefits the club’s mission to provide access and opportunities for youth to reach their full potential as responsible members of the community. We work to achieve this mission through the provision of services that promote academic success, good health and wellness and strong character and leadership. For additional information, sponsorship opportunities or to get involved contact development@harlembgc.org, 212-283-6770 extension 511. GOLF COMMITTEE Yo ..read more

BGCHarlem welcomed a new member into our family! On July 4th, 2021, Representative Charlie Rangel officially became an honorary board member in recognition of his work having helped bring the Boys and Girls Club organization to Harlem over 40 years ago. Former Congressman Rangel's inspiring words reminded us of the importance of our work in 2021, and what it means to be a Black American on our country's day of independence. His message of service was felt by everyone around as leaders from community organizations and city council joined in to help us reignite the fire as in-person programmin ..read more

Summer Book Club Read on Stories of Black Female Freedom Fighters This summer, we're reading ,Let It Shine: Stories of Black Women Freedom Fighters. Shirley Anita Chisholm, known as "Fighting Shirley," was the first African–American Congresswoman who represented a U.S. House district in Brooklyn, New York, representing the Bedford–Stuyvesant neighborhood, where she was born. Chisholm rose to fame in the national spotlight because of her race, gender, and personality. While working in the U.S. House, she campaigned for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1972, but her notoriety as a prog ..read more

At Boys and Girls Club of Harlem, child safety is always our number one priority. We have an unwavering commitment to maintaining the health and safety of Club members, staff, parents, and volunteers. All activities on-site at our flagship clubhouse at the historic PS 186 adheres to all NYC, NYS, and Center for Disease Control and Prevention and New York State Department of Health guidelines to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all participants, including: Daily temperature checks Hand-washing and sanitizing stations Hand-washing education Daily cleaning/sterilization of all program ..read more

During this session, we will explore our next adventure in getting ready for a new chapter in our lives: starting a new school year. We’re all teachers and learners, and in this space, we all have the ability to lead. Participants have the opportunity to lead activities as well as follow their peers. We will connect the themes of change, using improv to share our stories, and the many different skills we build in sharing our stories. Harlem youth can attend Transition Tuesday classes live on Zoom on Tuesdays at noon through August 14, 2020. Parents, sign up your student(s) for Virtual Summer ..read more

BGCHarlem's Summer Day Camp Program, over six-weeks, provided a safe environment for kids, ages 5-12 to explore STEM, develop good health and wellness habits, and strong leadership skills. All activities, on-site at our flagship clubhouse at the historic PS 186, adhered to all NYC, NYS, and CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including daily temperature checks, limited class sizes, hand-washing education, social distancing signage, masks, sterilization, and more. Activities Campers participated in, both on-site or virtually, filled the gap between school and home by providing a p ..read more