Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond

Throughout the year, each club hosts multiple distinct sessions, each offering community-informed program opportunities rooted in our explore, develop, apply (eda) model. This model guides youth through topic exploration, skill development, and content application via hands-on experiences, all while elevating youth voice and encouraging active involvement. Our programs comprise 4 key components: essential skill development: we offer learning experiences to nurture vital skills like social interaction, emotional intelligence, goal setting, and time management. Employability skills: we aid young people in building crucial skills, including interviewing techniques, resume writing, financial literacy for personal finance management, and technical proficiencies for future employment. Career exposure: through targeted programming, we provide opportunities for young people to explore diverse careers, particularly in health and wellness fields. Work-based learning: we facilitate hands-on experiences through community partnerships, granting young people mentorship and experiential learning opportunities within their chosen field of interest. Through unwavering support and responsiveness, we empower youth to develop the skills, forge social connections, and claim agency over their journey toward successa success that transcends the boundaries of academic achievement and encompasses their entire career and life trajectory.