About Us

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

Provide a world-class Club Experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who enters our doors, with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle.

Our Story

For 57 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Gulf Coast has been in the forefront of youth development in South Mississippi, working with young people from disadvantaged economic, social, and familial circumstances. Since our founding, we have grown into six Clubs along the Mississippi Gulf Coast serving over 5,500 children annually. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Gulf Coast works to save and change the lives of children and teens, especially those who need us most, by providing safe, positive, and engaging environments and programs that prepare & inspire them to achieve Great Futures.

Why We Do It?

Many children on the Gulf Coast are fighting an uphill battle. Mississippi reports elevated rates of high school dropouts, teen pregnancy, and obesity compared to national averages. Many kids do not have the resources or role models they need to change their path.


How We Do It?

Our 6 clubs open their doors 5 days a week (Monday through Friday) to kids and teens in our community. We provide a safe, positive, and engaging environment for kids with a focus on helping them reach their full potential.

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