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- EIN 36-2167840
- (815) 972-5973
- Po Box 1716 Rockford IL 61110 USA
- www.rgreatfutures.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Boys & Girls Clubs, Children & Youth
Mission: The boys & girls club of rockford is the area's largest organization serving our youth. Our vision is to provide a world-class club experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who walks through 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.
Programs: Established in 1908 our 5 clubs serve over 6,000 youth ages 6-18 with daily after school and evening programs throughout winnebago county. The focus of the boys & girls club is a multifaceted approach to life-long learning. Our programs are targeted to build character and leadership through education and career development, health and life skills, experience in the arts, sports, fitness and recreation, cultural diversity, and knowledge of technology. On any given day, over 600 boys & girls take advantage of programs that focus on academic success, good character and leadership and healthy lifestyles.
the wildcats basketball club provides an opportunity for 2nd-12th grade athletes in northern illinois, southern wisconsin and northeast iowa, to develop their game through intense training and the opportunity to compete in the sport at a competitive team level. The program offers many training opportunities and travel basketball throughout the year for both boys & girls. In addition, the club also promotes teamwork, sportsmanship and teaches positive life skills, all in an effort to prepare the athlete for high school basketball and beyond. The program currently trains over 1500 regional athletes each year.