Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington offers Career Launch for ages 13-18, with workshops on interview skills, resume writing skills, and academic support. It also offers Education as a college preparatory program starting as early as 7th grade, along with Money Matters, Passport to Manhood, Power Hour, SMART Girls, SMART Moves, STEM Club, Arts, Healthy Habits, Character, and ExtremeTeens.

Programs

• Career Launch — 13-18 · Helps teens choose the college or career path that is right for them; includes workshops on interview skills, resume writing skills, and academic support.
• Education — College preparatory program; as early as 7th grade · Club members get resources to understand key checkpoints in the college admissions process and goal setting steps needed to obtain a post-secondary education.
• ExtremeTeens — 13-18
• Healthy Habits — A Triple Play Program designed to incorporate healthy living and active learning; emphasizes good nutrition, regular physical activity and improving overall well-being.
• Character — 14-18 · Participants elect leaders and coordinate community service projects on behalf of the organization.
• Money Matters — 13-18 · Promotes financial responsibility and independence; participants learn to manage a checking account, create a budget, save and invest, start small businesses and pay for college.
• Arts — A wide array of music programs intended to advance the character of young people through creativity and the arts.
• Passport to Manhood — 11-14 · Promotes and teaches responsibility in Club boys; consists of 14 sessions concentrating on specific aspects of character and manhood through interactive activities.
• Power Hour — 6-12 · A homework tutoring program designed to raise academic proficiency.
• SMART Girls — 10-15 · A self-esteem building program focusing on education; encourages healthy attitudes and wise lifestyle decisions.
• SMART Moves — A prevention/education program that addresses problems such as drug and alcohol use and premature sexual activity.
• STEM Club — Provides hands-on high-yield activities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math; members learn about energy and urban infrastructure.

At a glance

• Ages: 6–18 years old

About the provider

The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington is to help boys and girls of all backgrounds, especially those who need them most, build confidence, develop character, and acquire the skills needed to become productive, civic-minded, responsible adults.

Last updated September 5, 2026.