Creating Brighter Futures for Hampton Roads Youth
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia (BGCSEVA) is changing the future for children and teens across our region.
Every day, an increasing number of young people in our communities return home to empty houses — without adult care, guidance, or safe spaces to grow. Left on their own, too many turn to the streets for recreation and connection, often facing challenges that can derail their potential.
At Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia, we provide a better option — a place where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to dream bigger. Inside our Clubs, members learn, grow, and have fun in an environment that builds confidence, creativity, purpose, and positive relationships.
We believe the best way to predict the future is to create it. That’s exactly what we do every day. Through dynamic youth development programs, mentoring, and enrichment activities, we are shaping a generation of leaders ready to build stronger communities and brighter tomorrows.
With nine Clubs serving children and teens across Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Franklin, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, and the Eastern Shore, BGCSEVA is a comprehensive youth service organization helping young people in grades K–12 reach their full potential.
Our programs focus on three key outcomes:
- Academic Success & Career Preparedness
- Healthy Lifestyles & Wellness
- Good Character & Citizenship
We are open weekdays after school from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with extended summer hours to ensure youth have a safe and enriching place to go year-round. Membership is open to all young people ages 6 through 18.
Because at Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia, great futures begin here — each and every day.
We believe the best way to predict the future is to create it. That’s exactly what we do every day. Through dynamic youth development programs, mentoring, and enrichment activities, we are shaping a generation of leaders ready to build stronger communities and brighter tomorrows.
With nine Clubs serving children and teens across Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Franklin, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, and the Eastern Shore, BGCSEVA is a comprehensive youth service organization helping young people in grades K–12 reach their full potential.
Our programs focus on three key outcomes:
- Academic Success & Career Preparedness
- Healthy Lifestyles & Wellness
- Good Character & Citizenship
We are open weekdays after school from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with extended summer hours to ensure youth have a safe and enriching place to go year-round. Membership is open to all young people ages 6 through 18.
Because at Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia, great futures begin here — each and every day.
MISSION
“To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.”
VISION
Provide a world-class Club Experience in Southeast Virginia, that assures success is within reach of every young person who enters our doors, with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle.
GUARANTEE
Your investment provides a life-changing youth development experience.
OUR THREE PRIORITY OUTCOMES
Academic Success
At Boys & Girls Clubs, one of our top priorities is ensuring that all youth have the tools and support they need to be successful both in life and at school. After-school academic support helps kids stay on track throughout the school year, while fun and engaging summer programming helps combat summer learning loss in areas such as math and reading.
Good Character & Citizenship
These programs help youth become responsible and caring citizens, acquiring the skills necessary to participate in the democratic process. Program participants also develop leadership skills and gain opportunities for planning, decision-making, contributing to the Club and community, and celebrating our national heritage.
Healthy Lifestyles
Designed to incorporate healthy living and active learning in every part of the Club Experience, Healthy Habits emphasizes good nutrition, regular physical activity, and improving overall well-being. The program, designed for children aged 6 to 15, is part of Triple Play: A Game Plan for the Mind, Body, and Soul.
A Place To Become…
“To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.”
We envision a generation of innovators, creators, and educators who were able to fulfill their dreams because they were offered opportunities regardless of their race, socioeconomic status, or abilities. At the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia, we strive to provide members with dynamic programs focused on our five core areas: Character & Leadership Development, Health & Life Skills, The Arts, Sports, Fitness & Recreation, and Education & Career. Together, they encompass our three priority outcomes: Academic Success, Good Character & Leadership, and Healthy Lifestyles. The programs enable a holistic approach to youth development that encourages healthy habits, self-esteem, and helps develop independence and interpersonal skills.
With dedicated Administrative and Club Staff, driven Corporate Board Members, outcome-based programming, and the support of community partners, we are confident that we provide vital resources to the youth in our community.
