BGC FAQ

9/5/2010

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BGC FAQ

Q: Where is the Boys and Girls Club located?

A: The Boys and Girls Club is located at 1600 Walnut Street Hopkinsville, Ky 42240

Q: What are your hours of operation?

A: We are open Monday-Friday from 2:30p-7:30p

Q: What programs does the Boys & Girls Club of offer?
A: The Club has a wide variety of programs for pre-teens and teens designed to enrich the lives of our kids in five comprehensive categories: character and leadership development; education and career development; health and life skills; the arts; sports, fitness and recreation.

Q: What do these programs include?
A: Our activities range from weekly tournaments, developing career goals, leadership opportunities, sports leagues, homework help, tutoring to special events.

Q: How much does an annual membership cost?
A: Only $12 per school year gives a child a safe haven, delivering programs, activities and positive role models.

Q: What are the age limits for children to be a Member?
A: The Club is open to children aged 6-18 who come here in search of a positive place to make friends while learning and having fun.

Q: How can I sign my child up to be a member?
A: You will need to complete a membership application. You can get an application by visiting the Club or by downloading a membership application here. Membership is $12 and lasts from August to May.

Q: Who are the kids that join the Club?
A: Our kids come from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. More than half of the Club's youth come from single-parent families; we are here to help regardless of a family's level of need.

Q: Do the younger and older Club members interact with each other?
A: While supervised opportunities do exist for mentoring, role-modeling, and more, the Boys & Girls Club is fortunate to have program areas designed specifically for pre-teen and teen members.

Q: How many children does the Boys & Girls Club of serve?
A: The Club served more than 640 local children in 2009.

Q: How does the Club experience help children?
A: The Club's primary goal is helping children to succeed in life by building skills and behaviors that will encourage them to become productive, responsible and caring citizens.