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- EIN 04-2103925
- (413) 448-8258
- 16 Melville St Pittsfield MA 01201-4711 USA
- www.bgcberkshires.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Boys & Girls Clubs, Children & Youth
Mission: The primary mission of the boys and girls' club of pittsfield is to assure and enhance the quality of life for youth as participating members of a richly diverse urban society. With emphasis on being socially and economically inclusive, the boys and girls' club helps youth to help themselves realize their potential for growth, development, and leadership. The organization's programs are based on member and community involvement and play a recognized role as an advocate for youth. The mission is accomplished through programming with the goals of achieving early childhood literacy, graduation from high school with a plan for the future, development of leadership and good citizenship qualities, and development of healthy lifestyles.
Programs: House committee and recreational activities- club athletic facilities has 1,807 members. Serves children age 3 years through 18. Membership includes game rooms, vocational classes, ice rink, swimming, leadership clubs and small and large gym programs.
childrens' center nursery and day care program - 83 children per day attended. Serves children ages 3 years - 6 years. Center runs full time day care and preschool.
summer camp program - 431 children attended. Serves children age 4-12 years. Camp includes full day program, recreational therapy, sports and day camp.
vocational and lighthouse activities