Help Boys & Girls Club of the Virginia

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Hampton Roads serves more than 5,000 youth on the Virginia Peninsula and Southeast Virginia.  They provide boys and girls with an inclusive and safe place to learn and grow, foster ongoing relationships with caring adult professionals, and offer life-enhancing programs and character development experiences.  They prepare them for their futures with career goals, and we give them hope and opportunity in their present lives. Their locations across Hampton Roads in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Portsmouth, and give youth in multiple communities access to a Club.

Education

​Every member participates in Power Hour, daily time set aside to complete school work and receive help from tutors. Teens can participate in our Workforce Development programs to learn how to write a resume, prepare for an interview, financial literacy, post high-school opportunities and even shadow professionals during the work day.

Leadership & Service

Members have the opportunity to join one of three mentor programs offered in our Clubs, participate in service projects throughout the community, and be recognized for good character at annual celebrations!

Health & Wellness

Members have the opportunity to join one of three mentor programs offered in our Clubs, participate in service projects throughout the community, and be recognized for good character at annual celebrations!

The Arts

Arts & Crafts projects, dance workshops, and photography lessons are just a few of the Arts opportunities available to our members.

Sports & Recreation

Many of our Clubs run competitive sports leagues, and all Clubs offer fun recreational sports. Members will play at our state-of-the-art multi-sports field, “TowneBank Athletic Park.” Some Clubs even have pools and an indoor skate park!