What We Do

What We Do

At Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine, we provide summer and after-school programs Monday through Friday to the nearly 3,000 members ages 6-18 who attend our Clubs each year. Our Clubs provide stable, inclusive spaces for children and teens to find a sense of belonging, explore their creative abilities, practice community responsibility, and develop meaningful relationships with peers and adults.

Safe Spaces


Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine include nine Club locations serving the Southern Maine communities of PortlandRivertonSagamoreSouth Portland, Auburn and Lewiston and programs in King Middle School and Biddeford Middle School. Each club provides safe and affordable space to youth. Our clubs are fun, well equipped facilities designed to meet the needs and interests of today’s youth and teens for after school and summer programs. In addition to our programs, members are given healthy snacks and meals every day they attend.

Mentoring Relationships


Our staff of dedicated youth-development professionals work hard to make sure the Clubs are safe places for our members to learn, grow, and have fun. Staff and volunteers build on going, supportive relationships that foster a sense of belonging and purpose for young people every day.

Outcome-Driven Programs


Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine’s programs are designed to meet the interests and developmental needs of all our members, ages 6-18. We offer outcome-driven programs aimed at positive youth development. Our goal is to have all our members graduate high school on time with a plan for their future.


With our Academics programs, members embrace their curiosity, actively engage in their education, and acquire a lifelong love of learning. These programs offer homework help, SAT tutors, college and job prep, and bring all our members closer to high school graduation. Out-of-school support is available in the summer and after school.


With our Leadership programs, members use their voices and take action to contribute to the wellbeing of their communities. In leadership programs, members learn and practice new leadership skills by organizing and implementing Club and community service projects.


With our Health & Wellness programs, members practice wellness, lead healthy lifestyles, and make lasting commitments to fitness. These programs include team sports, swimming lessons, and mindfulness exercises with nutritious meals served daily to promote a healthy lifestyle.

Age-Based Programing


Programs serve all ages and are intentionally designed to meet the developmental needs and interests by age group:

Elementary School: Ages 6-10

Middle School: Ages 11-13

High School: Ages 14-18

Are you ready to be involved in Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine? We are always looking for new members, volunteers, and supporters. Join our email list to learn more!

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