Support Native Clubs in providing programs, mentorship and culture for 120,000+ Native youth annually.
Over 200 Clubs across the nation honor the strengths of tribal communities and culture.
Today, Boys & Girls Clubs of America is the largest Native youth service provider in the nation, with more than 200 Clubs reaching 120,000+ Native youth in American Indian, Alaska Native, American Samoan, and Hawaiian tribal communities. Native Clubs prioritize the well-being of youth, families, communities and staff through culture, life-enhancing programs and mentorship that fosters resiliency for Native young people and meets the needs of the community.
At Boys & Girls Clubs of America, we respect and honor the right of Native people to control their own futures. Our Clubs celebrate the unique strengths of Native communities and work in partnership with tribes to support young people in being resilient, healthy and successful. Our national programs are adapted and modified to integrate Native culture and further empower customization to reflect local tribal communities. In addition to programming that supports skill-building and character development, Native youth find safe places, caring staff, hope and opportunity at the Club.
Of the kids and teens who regularly attend a Native Club:
94% expect to graduate from high school.
95% say they try to help when they see someone having a problem.
96% say the adults at their Club care about them.
With programs such as Project Learn, SMART Moves, DIY STEM and MyFuture, Native Clubs work to instill valuable lessons and skills to help achieve Great Futures.
This fund operates as a subsidiary, so there are no overhead costs and every single dollar contributed is used to meet the needs of Native Clubs. With the three primary purposes to:
Your tax-deductible donation will help preserve Boys & Girls Clubs on Native Lands while ensuring Native American youth have opportunities to create Great Futures. Visit naclubs.org to learn more about the Movement within Native Clubs.
At the Red Lake Nation Boys & Girls Clubs, CEO Thomas Barrett, Jr. and his staff are helping young people learn more about their Indigenous heritage.
10/05/2021
As the world becomes more culturally-connected, how can Native youth and communities reclaim their stories? Carla Knapp, National Vice President of Native Services, shares her thoughts.
10/04/2021
Demonstrating a profound reverence for the natural world and its capacity to feed and nourish the community.
11/19/2019
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