Join a Club
Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia provides a safe haven for youth across Philadelphia. All youth ages 6-18 are welcome. We foster creativity and opportunities for learning in 5 core areas: Education & Career Development, Character & Leadership Development, Health & Life Skills, Arts & Culture and Sports, Fitness & Recreation.
Club Houses
Anyone may attend our Club houses. Contact Clubs directly for their specific membership application requirements.
DEFY (Virual) Club
Anyone may attend our DEFY Virtual Club. Contact lescalleetl@bgcphila.org or shiptonm@bgcphila.org for more information on enrollment.
Philadelphia Housing Authority Sites
Members must live in designated housing communities to attend. Contact sites directly for their specific membership application requirements.
School Extension Sites
Members must attend the school where sites are located. Sites are generally open from after school until 6pm. Contact sites directly for their specific membership application requirements.
Professional Staff
Every Club has full-time, trained youth development professionals dedicated to helping our Club kids succeed.
Affordable to All Youth
All memberships include access to our extensive programming, club houses, and meals. Some memberships are as low as $5 for a full year of programs.
Open daily
Clubs are open every day and after school, when kids have free time and need positive, productive outlets.
How to Join
We accept members on an ongoing basis.
Membership applications and membership fees vary by location. To learn more, please contact the Club closest to you.
