Sams Story

Club Membership

The Boys & Girls Club serves at-risk youth ages 6-18 in the
community, and with proper resources, we are able to positively

Annual Membership Fee: $36

Membership is open to all youth ages 618

impact their lives. One member in particular, Sam*, has shown

remarkable improvement over the course of his time at the
Club.

Our membership year runs Sept 1stAugust 31st

and you may register at any time

Sam comes from a broken home with a background of neglect

Applications are available on our website

other members. He often acted out with aggression and anger

when asked to complete simple tasks and was often seen sitting

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applications to the Club during open hours

in the corner pouting by himself. Helping Sam feel comfortable

and abuse. When he first came to the Club, he had a hard time
getting through each day; he rarely spoke to or interacted with

and safe was no easy task, but with the help of our caring staff
and the instrumental work of his mentor, Sam can finally take
solace in finding an adult figure whom he
trusts and looks up to.

Club Hours
Regular School Days
MondayFriday: 2:30pm6:30pm
Wednesday: 12:45pm6:30pm
Academy Days: 11:30am-6:30pm*
*$5 fee applies to those who arrive before 2:30pm

Today, Sam can be found running around the

gym, laughing with other members, and most
commonly helping his mentor with everyday
tasks. The extraordinary change in Sams
attitude and behavior would not have been
possible without the patience and perseverance of a caring
mentor.
*Name has been changed to protect privacy

No School Days Sunshine Days

MondayFriday: 7:30am6:30pm
($12 fee applies to those who arrive before noon)

Closed Holidays and Weekends

Open Door Policy: The Boys & Girls Club is open to all of our
members during our hours of operation

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1545 W. 22 Ave.
Eugene, OR 97405
541-345-9939
www.bgcev.net

(541) 345-9939
www.bgcev.net

1545 W. 22nd Ave, Eugene OR

What does the Boys & Girls Club offer?

To enable all young people

Quality after-school programs and activities

Academic support and enrichment
Life skill development
Convenient hours, including no-school days and vacations

Core Program Areas

Our Mission

Character & Leadership

Empowers youth to support and influence the Club and our
community, sustain meaningful relationships with others,
develop a positive self-image, participate in the democratic
process and respect their own and others cultural identity.
Specific Programs we have at the club include Torch Club
(ages 11-14), Keystone (ages 14-18), Member of the Month
and more.

especially those who need us most

to reach their full potential as
productive, caring, responsible citizens.

A safe and positive environment for kids

Our Story
In 1999, Boys & Girls Clubs of Emerald Valley was granted its
charter by Boys & Girls Clubs of America. We opened our doors
at the Westmoreland Branch in October at the former community
center and have been serving the youth of Lane County ever
since. On average we serve 150 youth a day, each greeted with a
friendly smile and the knowledge that they are safe at the Club.
We offer a wide variety of activities conducted in a warm and
friendly atmosphere to capture the interest of all youth attending.
Youth may come to the Club at any time during our hours of
operation.

We emphasize values inherent in the relationships

between young people, their peers and adult leaders.

By

following these values, we are able to provide a safe and positive

place for all youth!

Mentoring Opportunities
Our members have the opportunity to be matched with a
staff member, intern or volunteer who will mentor them for
an extended period of time.

The positive relationships

fostered through these mentorships are very strong and

Education & Career Development

Enables youth to become proficient in basic educational
disciplines, applies learning to everyday situations and
embraces technology as a tool to achieve success in a career.
Youth learn about goal setting, digital photography, movie
making, music making, and much more to prepare them for
their future goals. Tutoring and homework help are available
in the O-Heroes Learning Center to all youth. The Tech Lab
provides hands on experience for children interested in
expanding their computer skills.

Health & Life Skills

Develops young peoples capacity to engage in positive
behaviors that nurture their own well-being, set personal goals
and live successfully as self-sufficient adults. Programs include
Passport to Manhood, SMART Girls and Healthy Habits.

The Arts
Encourages youth to develop their creativity and cultural
awareness through knowledge and appreciation of the visual
arts, crafts, performing arts and creative writing. We hold a
local Fine Arts Exhibit to honor our young artists. We also
have a daily art program and an annual Talent Show.

help build empowered leaders in the Club community.

Activities in which our mentors and mentees participate

Sports, Fitness & Recreation

include arts and crafts, homework help, the weekly

Challenges our members to be active and use their leisure

time in a productive way.
Outdoor activities promote
appreciation for the environment and social skills. Programs
include Wanna Play and Triple Play.

Mentoring challenge, and more!