Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington offers Career Launch for teens ages 13 to 18, with workshops on interview skills, resume writing, and academic support. It also offers Power Hour for ages 6 to 12, a homework tutoring program, STEM Club with hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, and math, and SMART Girls for ages 10 to 15.

Programs

• Career Launch — 13-18 · Helps teens choose the college or career path that is right for them. Offers workshops that teach interview skills, resume writing skills, and academic support.
• Education (college preparatory program) — As early as 7th grade · College preparatory program that helps Club members understand key check points in the college admissions process and focuses on goal setting and steps needed to obtain a post-secondary education.
• ExtremeTeens — teens
• Healthy Habits — A Triple Play Program designed to incorporate healthy living and active learning in every part of the Club experience.
• Leadership program — 14-18 · Club members ages 14 to 18 elect leaders and coordinate community service projects on behalf of the organization.
• Money Matters — 13-18
• Passport to Manhood — 11-14 · Promotes and teaches responsibility in Club boys through 14 sessions of interactive activities.
• Power Hour — 6-12 · A comprehensive homework tutoring program designed to raise academic proficiency.
• SMART Girls — 10-15 · A self-esteem building program focusing on education and encouraging healthy attitudes and wise lifestyle decisions.
• SMART Moves — A prevention/education program addressing problems such as drug and alcohol use and premature sexual activity.
• STEM Club — Provides access to 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

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington serves over 7,000 youth ages 6 to 18 each year through regular Club membership and community outreach. Its mission 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.

BGCGW serves over 7,000 youth ages 6-18 annually through regular Club membership and widespread community outreach. They welcome every child for a nominal annual membership fee and will not turn any child away for inability to pay. They have 13 sites, including Clubhouse at Your House, serving the Greater Washington area and covering 75 miles from Manassas to Germantown.

Last updated September 5, 2026.