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Our Mission

To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible, caring citizens.

Our Programs

We provide quality programs focusing on Education & Career; Character & Leadership; The Arts; Health & Life Skills; Sports, Fitness & Recreation; and Teens

Our Success

In 2016 the organization embarked on a socioeconomic impact study with an independent research group. Results show:
For every $1 spent with Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware, $13.91 is generated through positive economic impact on the economy in Delaware.

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Our Leaders

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is led by passionate individuals who are united by their drive to provide the best for the youth in Delaware.

The Clubs in Numbers

87¢

of every dollar raised goes directly to services & programs for kids

children

37K

kids served across Delaware

25K

Attendance in S.T.E.A.M. related programs and activities

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22

of the state’s school districts are connected with our Clubs helping us reach more kids in more ways

meals

580K

free nutritious meals are served to hungry kids every year

stop-drugs

48,576

Club members participated in programs fostering Healthy Lifestyles

44

Locations Statewide

hours

19,000

volunteer hours were contributed to Clubs across the state

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Events

20May

Running of the Goat: Mispillion Edition

Friday, May 20, 2022

16Jun

Irish Eyes Open

Thursday, June 16, 2022

RECENT NEWS

May 17, 2022

Justin Molen, Student-Athlete Awards Clarence Fraim Boys & Girls Club Grant Through Gatorade

May 16, 2022

Congratulations to the 2022 Delaware Youth of the Year, Orlando Rider

May 11, 2022

Swim4Life

April 26, 2022

Congratulations to 2021 Joseph Dulin Staff of the Year Renee Hickman

April 11, 2022

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware Receives Highmark BluePrints for the Commmunity Grant

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Our Stories

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is proud to present the 2021 Joseph Dulin Staff of the Year award to Renee Hickman, Director of the Georgetown Boys & Girls Club. Renee has been with the Boys & Girls Clubs for over 20 years, and is a living example of our mission. With a kind […]
Congratulations to 2021 Joseph Dulin Staff of the Year Renee Hickman[ Read More ]
When it comes to making a difference, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware Youth Advocacy Team knows how to make things happen. Over the course of six months, this awe-inspiring group of young people were able to engage state and local lawmakers on the issues that mattered most to them, raising awareness and taking [...]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware Youth Advocates[ Read More ]
As a child, Mary Kate attended the Brandywine Springs Boys & Girls Clubs school site. She has fond memories of field trips to the aquarium, participating in theatre productions and making arts and crafts. “My parents had to drag me out the door each day because I didn’t want to leave” she says. Participating in […]
Meet Mary Kate Sharp[ Read More ]
Finding the best childcare facility for your needs can be an overwhelming process. Kids deserve a place where they can learn and have fun while providing you with peace of mind. To help, we’ve created the top three things to consider when looking for the right program for your child! SAFETY Children learn […]
Three Important Things to Consider when Looking at Your Childcare Options[ Read More ]
Selected among nine outstanding youth representing Boys & Girls Clubs’ throughout the state, Adasia Hawkins has been named the George Krupanski Youth of the Year for the state of Delaware. The Youth of the Year title is a prestigious honor bestowed upon an exemplary young person in recognition of leadership, service, academic excellence and dedication […]
Congratulation to our 2021 Delaware Youth of the Year Adasia Hawkins![ Read More ]
We have been really busy at the Club this spring and our Club kids are proud to showcase some of the great programs they have participated in. Check it out! Galaga Build Club kids were given a challenge. They were given 2 hours to put together the Galaga Galaxian Arcade. They got it done in [...]
The Smyrna-Clayton Boys & Girls Club has been busy being Great this Spring[ Read More ]
On Tuesday, April 30th, the Dagsboro Boys & Girls Club held a ceremonial groundbreaking for their upcoming expansion project. “It has been a dream of the Dagsboro Club to grow its footprint,” said Unit Director Betty Harmon. “Being able to serve more kids and teens from our community is our ultimate goal and this new […]
Dagsboro Boys & Girls Club Breaks Ground[ Read More ]
On Thursday May 2nd and Friday May 3rd, more than 150 volunteers came together to build a playground for the Greater Dover Boys & Girls Club. What began as a Let’s Play Community Construction Grant award, turned in to so much more for this Greater Dover Club and community. In a coordinated effort to [...]
Community Giving at it’s Best – Volunteer Impact[ Read More ]
Meet Tair, Greater Milford Boys & Girls Club's Youth of the Year. Honored as the Greater Milford Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year, Tair recently competed in the State Youth of the Year competition. Part of the qualifying round required Tair to write and deliver a speech, submit to an interview in front [...]
Tair R., the Impact is Real – Club Impact[ Read More ]
A Sit-down with Steve Torpey, Owner of Stanley’s Tavern Wilmington native and owner of Stanley’s Tavern, Steve Torpey, isn’t just another restaurateur. Steve, and Stanley’s Tavern, are deeply rooted in the tradition of serving their community – a practice that has led to improving the lives of thousands of children around greater Wilmington. Born and […]
A Sit-Down with Steve Torpey, Owner of Stanley’s Tavern – Event Impact[ Read More ]