CHARACTER & LEADERSHIP
Building young leaders through discipline, responsibility, and character formation.
Keystone Club
Keystone Club is Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s (BGCA) premier teen leadership program. This program for teens ages 14-18 is designed to promote character and leadership qualities among Club teens; to provide awareness and impact in the areas of community service, academic success, career preparation and teen outreach, the four focus areas of Keystoning.
Torch Club
Torch Clubs are chartered small-group leadership and service clubs for young people ages 10-13. A Torch Club is a powerful vehicle through which Club staff can help meet the character development needs of younger adolescents at a critical stage in their development. Torch Club members learn to elect officers and work together to implement activities in four areas: service to Club and community, education, health and fitness, life skills, and community recreation. The Torch Club Awards are presented annually to Torch Clubs with outstanding programs and activities in the four areas. Each year, Torch Club members from all over the country take part in a service-learning experience through the National Torch Club Project.
Youth of the Year
Since 1947, Youth of the Year has been Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier recognition program, celebrating the extraordinary achievements of Club members. Each year, one exceptional young person from a Boys & Girls Club rises to the role of National Youth of the Year. The National Youth of the Year serves as both an exemplary ambassador for Boys & Girls Club youth and as a strong voice for all of our nation’s young people.
The journey to being named National Youth of the Year begins locally and progresses to state, regional and national levels, with opportunities for winners to receive various scholarships at each level.
PARTNER WITH US
Sustained leadership development requires consistent support.
Your partnership helps provide mentoring, training, and safe leadership environments.
Empowering youth to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
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🏠︎ P.O. Box 16003 | Fernandina Beach, FL 32035
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For the 8th year in a row, Charity Navigator has recognized The Boys & Girls Clubs of Nassau Country Foundation with its Four-Star Award – the highest award given.