Website created by Partnership Erie, an outreach program of the
Sam and Irene Black School of Business at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College
Welcome to the Boys and Girls Club
Mission
The Boys & Girls Club of Erie, a non-profit guidance and youth development agency founded in 1895, inspires and enables school age youth, particularly those from disadvantaged circumstances, to become productive and engaged citizens.
Vision
We envision a future in which success is within reach of every child and generations of children are lifted to a level of civic engagement not seen since the founding of our nation.
Core Principles
- Only serve youth, with special concern for youth from disadvantaged circumstances
- Guidance oriented...by caring adult professionals
- Diversified programs offering opportunities for mastery and achievement
- Building centered - a safe place for kids
- Affordable to all kids
- Open when kids need it - after school and in the evening
