Did You Know the Boys & Girls Club Is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit?
When families hear about the Boys & Girls Club, they often think of after-school programs, caring mentors, and a safe place for kids to belong. But did you know Boys & Girls Clubs, including Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization? Understanding this helps explain why community support is so essential to everything we do.
What Does It Mean to Be a 501(c)(3) as a Boys & Girls Club ?
As a Boys & Girls Club, our organization is recognized by the United States government as a charitable nonprofit dedicated to serving the public good. This status allows us to focus fully on youth development while keeping programs affordable and accessible for local families.
Being a 501(c)(3) nonprofit means:
- Donations to the Boys & Girls Club are tax-deductible
- Funds raised go directly back into youth programs and services
- We rely on donations, grants, and partnerships to operate
- We are mission focused — providing, in a safe environment, programs that inspire, educate, guide, and enable all young people to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.
Why Community Support Matters to Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley
Because we are a nonprofit, community involvement is at the heart of our success. Every contribution, big or small, helps us provide safe spaces, positive role models, and life-changing opportunities for youth and teens.
There are many ways to support Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley:
Donate
Financial gifts help offset the cost of programming and ensure scholarship opportunities, so that no child is turned away due to financial hardship. Learn more about supporting our mission on our Donate page.
Sponsor
Business and individual sponsors make it possible for us to expand programs, host special events, and reach more youth in our community. Explore sponsorship opportunities with the Boys & Girls Club. Check out our fundraising events!
Volunteer
Volunteers play a vital role in our mission by sharing time, skills, and mentorship that can change a child’s life. Visit our Volunteer page to get involved.
The Full Circle Impact of Supporting our Boys & Girls Club
Supporting a Boys & Girls Club doesn’t just impact children today—it strengthens the entire community for years to come. Club members grow into confident students, caring leaders, and responsible adults who give back to the places that supported them.
Many alumni return as volunteers, donors, board members, and community leaders, creating a powerful full-circle effect where today’s kids become tomorrow’s changemakers.
Take Action: Support Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley
When you support the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, you’re investing in the future of our community.
- Make a donation to support youth programs and services
- Become a sponsor and align your business with meaningful community impact
- Volunteer and serve as a positive role model for local youth
- Partner with us to help expand opportunities for children and teens
Together, we can continue building great futures—because when kids thrive, our entire community thrives.