What We Do
Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii gives young people across Oahu and Kauai a safe, supportive place to go after school with trusted adults, meaningful experiences, and programs designed to help them thrive.
Why after-school support matters.
The hours outside of school can shape a young person’s safety, wellbeing, confidence, and future. These BGCH community statistics show why access to safe Clubhouses and caring adults matters.
of BGCH youth come from low to very low income families.
of a Hawaii public school student’s time is spent outside of school.
of high school students in Hawaii have considered taking their own lives.
of those facing hunger in Hawaii are children.
The school day ends. The need for support doesn’t.
The after-school hours are a critical time for youth. Many young people are without adult guidance, help with homework, access to healthy meals, or a safe place where they feel supported and understood.
BGCH helps close that opportunity gap by expanding access to after-school and out-of-school learning , creating physically and emotionally safe Club environments , and connecting youth with enriching programs and caring mentors .
Experiences that help members become ready for life.
BGCH programs are designed around five core areas that help young people learn, lead, create, move, build healthy habits, and prepare for what comes next.
Character & Leadership Development
Confidence, citizenship, responsibility, leadership, and service.
Education & Career Development
Academic support, enrichment, STEM, financial literacy, and future readiness.
Health & Life Skills
Resilience, confidence, healthy choices, and lifelong wellbeing.
Sports, Fitness & Recreation
Teamwork, movement, resilience, healthy habits, and fun.
Arts & Culture
Music, visual art, performance, crafts, creativity, and cultural expression.
Learning looks different for every member.
From academic support and leadership to creativity and hands-on projects, Club members have room to explore their interests and build new skills.
I felt like I was a little bird with broken wings and I didn’t know how to fly. I didn’t feel like I was living, it felt more like I was trying to survive. Spalding Clubhouse accepted me for my broken self and I started to feel like my wings were healing and that I was growing. In my future I will be somebody great.Shalain M., 2018 State Youth of the Year Winner
Find a place where your child can belong, learn, and grow.
Explore Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii locations across Oahu and Kauai, learn about membership, or discover how you can help expand opportunity for Hawaii’s youth.