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Our Mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us the most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
Recognizing the need for positive after school and summer activities for kids, a group of concerned Fullerton citizens started the Boys Club in 1952. The Club has grown steadily over the years and is now known as The Boys & Girls Clubs of Fullerton. Today, we serve over 2,500 youth at four facilities. Our goal is to provide quality educational and recreational programs to Fullerton's youth in a positive and safe environment. Many of our kids come from disadvantaged circumstances, and we are dedicated to making a difference in their lives.
Our Boys & Girls Club offers Five Core Areas of Programming which meet the diverse needs, interests and inclinations of all members. Our trained professional staff incorporates the following themes into daily activities, allowing youth to learn in a fun and educational environment. Character & Leadership - Empowers youth to support and influence their Club and community, sustain meaningful relationships with others, develop a positive self image, and respect their own and other’s cultural identities. Education & Career Development - Enables youth to develop aspirations for the future, apply learning to everyday situations and explore opportunities for career and educational enhancement. Health & Life Skills - Develops young people’s capacity to achieve and maintain healthy lifestyles, set personal goals and develop the competencies to live successfully as self-sufficient adults. The Arts - Helps young people develop self-expression and creativity, acquire multicultural appreciation, and enhance skills in crafts, performing and literary arts. Sports, Fitness & Recreation - Encourages youth to develop: fitness, positive use of leisure time, skills for stress management, appreciation for the environment and social and interpersonal skills. For more information on specific programs within these core areas, or if you have any general questions, please contact us or just stop by the Club, Thank you! A Boys & Girls Club Provides
By reaching children at an early age and providing positive activities and encouragement, our Club provides a compelling alternative to youth crime, gang membership, drugs, and other negative influences that effect our youth today. Our Club programs promote the development of young people by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, influence and belonging. When this strategy is fully implemented, self-esteem is enhanced and an environment is created which helps our members achieve their full potential. Additionally, our members learn to:
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Sergio, grade 3, takes a swing at the Iron Man pinata at the Commonwealth School Branch's 'Iron Man Mariachi Monday,' an event that combined the popularity of the weekend blockbuster movie with the tradition and fun of Cinco de Mayo!