Boys & Girls Clubs of Blount County

Our Mission To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Our Vision Every child who walks through our doors will be prepared to graduate with a plan for post-secondary education, live a healthy lifestyle, and become a contributing member of our community.

Engage. Inspire. Empower. For Kids and Teens of All Ages and Interests. Our after-school and summer programs give Club members opportunities to explore their interests and discover their passions with engaging, educational activities. Academic Success & the Arts Our Power Hour Program offers Club members the opportunity to receive homework help from our on-staff Educational Directors and volunteers. The newly formed Youth Arts Initiative allows members to explore their artistic side through dance, drawing, and more. Healthy Lifestyles From our Sports Programs, to our Gardening & Cooking Clubs, to our Social & Emotional Wellness Programs, we provide opportunities for our Club members to learn about teamwork, planting & harvesting produce, cooking healthy meals, while addressing the emotional well-being ofour members. Good Character & Citizenship YouthForce connects teens with the local workforce through paid job skills training and internships with our Corporate Partners. Our Torch Club is a small leadership and service club for teens where they learn to work together to implement activities in four service areas: service to Club and community, education, health and fitness, and social recreation.