The Boys & Girls Club of West San Gabriel Valley & Eastside

The Boys & Girls Club of West San Gabriel Valley & Eastside offers programming that includes the Kindness is Free Program, which focuses on teaching kindness and bringing awareness to its importance in the equal treatment, respect, and consideration of others. The organization describes its club as a safe place to learn and grow, all while having fun, and as “The Positive Place for Kids.”

The Boys & Girls Club of West San Gabriel Valley & Eastside has been a cornerstone of the community since it first opened its doors in 1972. Its mission states that it promotes the growth of its members through education, character building, goal setting, and hope and opportunity. The mission describes enabling youth to become proficient in basic educational disciplines, apply learning to everyday situations, and embrace technology to achieve success in a career. It also describes empowering youth to support and influence the club and community, sustain meaningful relationships with others, develop a positive self-image, participate in the democratic process, and respect their own and others’ cultural identities. The mission further states that the club empowers youth to identify their strengths, set meaningful goals, and develop the confidence and skills needed to plan for their future and achieve long-term success. The organization reports serving more than 301,000 youth annually and having 50,100 registered members. The stated purpose of the club is to promote the social, educational, health, leadership, and character development of boys and girls during critical periods of their growth.

Last updated July 1, 2026.