Mission
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan is a youth development organization providing a positive environment that
enables its members to become responsible, self-reliant, caring adults.
Vision
To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full
potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
- We serve 26,000 kids annually, ages 6-18 (grades 1-12), at our 13 Clubs in four counties.
- Founded in 1926 as Boys' Club of Detroit
- Many former members are now doctors, lawyers and community leaders
- We are affiliated with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, which collectively serve more than 4.4 million youth annually
Annual Membership & Other Youth Served
(2007 Summary)
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Male
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55%
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Female
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45%
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Diversity of Registered Members:
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African American
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70%
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Caucasian
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20%
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Hispanic
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4%
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Multi Racial
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4%
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Asian
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1%
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Native American
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1%
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Key Facts
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Involvement Benefits:
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20% higher high school graduation rate
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9% higher college graduation rate
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Club alumni report a 39% higher household income than the national average
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Statistics show that students who aren't involved in after school activities are:
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57% more likely to be a high school dropout
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49% more likely to use drugs
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37% more likely to become a teen parent
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Key Elements of our Program:
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- Provide a safe, positive and fun environment
- Develop supportive relationships
- Provide opportunities
- Offer structured programs
- Encourage achievement - both individually and via teamwork
- Celebrate accomplishments
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