Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia

Great Futures Start Here in Southwest Virginia.

We provide safe places, caring mentors, and life-changing programs that help young people ages 5 to 18 reach their full potential.

20,000+Youth Served
9Club Locations
100%Graduation Rate
30Years Strong

Our Priority Outcomes

Programs That Help Young People Learn, Lead, and Thrive

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01

Academic Success

Helping Club members build confidence in school through homework help, literacy, STEM, and educational enrichment.

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02

Healthy Lifestyles

Encouraging young people to stay active, make positive choices, and care for their physical, social, and emotional well-being.

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03

Good Character & Citizenship

Preparing youth to lead with respect, responsibility, kindness, and a commitment to their community.

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04

Life & Workforce Readiness

Helping Club members explore careers, build life skills, and prepare for success in school, work, and adulthood.

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The Parent Hub

A Day at the Club

Every afternoon at the Club is structured, safe, and fun. Here’s what your child can expect. Schedules vary by Club.

Arrive & Snack

Members check in, grab a snack, and connect with friends and caring staff.

Power Hour

Homework time with staff support, so kids head home with schoolwork done.

Enrichment

STEM, art, leadership, and more, built around our four priority outcomes.

Sports & Recreation

Gym time and games that build teamwork, confidence, and health.

Safe Pickup

Members are signed out only to approved adults, every day.

Looking for a safe, positive place for your child?

Ages 5 to 18, starting in first grade. Free at 8 of our 9 Clubs.

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Since 1997Serving SWVA

Our Mission

Every Young Person Deserves a Safe Place to Grow

To enable young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Safe PlacesWelcoming spaces where young people build trusting relationships with trained staff.

Life-Changing ProgramsPrograms that meet youth where they are and help them grow.

Caring MentorsAdults who believe in every Club member and walk alongside them.

Signature Events

Community Events That Open Doors for Youth

Club members at holiday parties

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Holiday Gift Project

Make sure every Club kid has a gift to open at their holiday party.

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Golfers at the Delta Dental Pro-Am for Kids

May 26–27, 2027

Delta Dental Pro-Am for Kids

Two days of golf and celebration at Roanoke Country Club.

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Runners at the start of Four on the 4th

July 3, 2027

Four on the 4th

Our Independence Day 4-mile race and walk in Vinton.

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Give Today

Your Gift Opens the Door to Opportunity

When you give, you help provide safe spaces, caring mentors, programs, meals, and meaningful experiences for local youth.

Volunteer

Share Your Time

Join the Ambassador Circle, our volunteer group for people who want to help local kids all year long.

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More Ways to Be Part of the Club

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Jim Barker Scholarship Fund

Help Club alumni continue their education after high school.

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Our Monthly Newsletter

Club news in your inbox once a month: what’s happening and what’s next.

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Our Podcast

Hear stories from our Clubs, staff, and community partners.

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Thank You

Our Annual Partners

These partners commit $2,500 or more each year to local youth.

Branch
Carilion Clinic
Cox
Delta Dental
dental Xchange
Farm Bureau Bank
First Citizens Bank
Lionberger Construction
MemberOne
Vinton Moose Lodge #1121
Pinnacle Financial Partners
Tight Technologies
VSP Vision
Wisler Plumbing, HVAC & Electric
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