Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal After-School and Summer Programs
The Clubhouse, 1615 Illinois Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
About
Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal After-School and Summer Programs offers activities such as homework help, tutoring, mentoring, computers, computer training, games, sports, athletics, dance, swimming, photography, arts and crafts, fine arts, movie making, and discussion groups. The program also includes leadership development and volunteering opportunities, leadership and service learning, delinquency prevention, educational support, college prep, youth employment, career counseling, career exploration and development, STEM activities focusing on the future of technology, introduction to the arts, and meals. Programs are supervised by paid, professionally trained staff.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Schedule: After-school options Monday–Friday during District 87 school days, generally between mid-afternoon and early evening, with an additional Teen CLUB session on Friday evenings
• Price: Only $25 per school year for the K–5 program and free for junior high and high school members
Since January 1992, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington-Normal has been a recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Bloomington, Illinois. Its mission is “To empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.” The organization operates after-school and summer enrichment programs in four locations and serves the emotional, cultural, and social needs of youth ages 5–18. Its programs are rooted in Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character and Citizenship, with core areas that include education and STEM, arts and culture, health and wellness, leadership and service, career exploration and development, and sports and recreation. The Club follows I CARE values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, and uses Five Keys of Youth Development that include creating a safe, positive environment, generating fun and a sense of belonging, encouraging supportive relationships with peers and adults, providing opportunities and setting expectations, and offering recognition. Community partnerships support programs and services for underserved children and connect their families to other resources in the community, and fellow community leaders seek out the organization for service and support in a shared effort to build a stronger community.
Last updated January 8, 2026.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Schedule: After-school options Monday–Friday during District 87 school days, generally between mid-afternoon and early evening, with an additional Teen CLUB session on Friday evenings
• Price: Only $25 per school year for the K–5 program and free for junior high and high school members
Since January 1992, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington-Normal has been a recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Bloomington, Illinois. Its mission is “To empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.” The organization operates after-school and summer enrichment programs in four locations and serves the emotional, cultural, and social needs of youth ages 5–18. Its programs are rooted in Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character and Citizenship, with core areas that include education and STEM, arts and culture, health and wellness, leadership and service, career exploration and development, and sports and recreation. The Club follows I CARE values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, and uses Five Keys of Youth Development that include creating a safe, positive environment, generating fun and a sense of belonging, encouraging supportive relationships with peers and adults, providing opportunities and setting expectations, and offering recognition. Community partnerships support programs and services for underserved children and connect their families to other resources in the community, and fellow community leaders seek out the organization for service and support in a shared effort to build a stronger community.
Last updated January 8, 2026.
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