Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio After-School and Summer Programs

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio After-School and Summer Programs include future-readiness programming, nutritious meals, recreation, friendship, and mentorship. The program is offered both after school and during the summer, and Summer 2026 programming includes experiences that keep kids active, inspired, and supported when school is out. At the Clubs, 100% of Club members are physically active when they are there.

• Ages: 5–18 years old

For over 75 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio has been providing young people the support, guidance, and tools they need to succeed in life. The organization’s mission is to unlock brighter futures through safe spaces, strong relationships, and impactful experiences. Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio opened its first Club in Columbus in 1948 and has grown to 8 Clubs throughout the city, and Boys & Girls Club of Marion County became part of Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio in 2018 and now serves kids in two Clubs throughout the county. Founded in 2019, the Louella Hodges Reese Clubhouse serves Newark youth after school and in the summer. Among current Club members, 96% report feeling safe at the Club, 92% expect to graduate high school, and 89% believe they can stand up for what is right even if their friends disagree.

Last updated June 25, 2026.