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More than an After School Program

For more than 70 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland Metro has been at the forefront of youth development, providing school year and summer programming for youth in the Portland-area.

Boys & Girls Clubs offer a wide variety of impactful and enriching after-school and summer programs for youth ages 6-18 including arts and crafts, games, team sports, homework help, leadership development, and more.

Membership Information

Membership Dues

Youth grades 1-6 – $250 per year (Blazers, Rockwood, Wattles, Oak Grove), $100-$250 sliding scale per year (Inukai & Regence)
Youth grades 7-12 – $10 per person
Active, Reserve, and Guard Military Families – membership is free with completion of military affiliation form. Please fill out the form and email it to [email protected] to receive your coupon code for free membership. You can also print and turn in this form to your Club with your paper membership.

Payment Plans

Families may enroll in payment plans in your Club or via our online payment processor, Active.com. Monthly payments start at $10 to $25 per month.

Scholarships

A limited number of scholarships are available to families who qualify. All scholarship applicants must provide proof of income.

To ensure your spot is reserved, please register for your Club online and pay the 10% deposit BEFORE submitting your scholarship application. This helps us to avoid any potential delays caused by processing the scholarship.

To submit your scholarship application, please email [email protected] or fax your application to 503.232.0387 with a subject line that includes ATTN: to the name of the Club your child will be attending. Or, bring your completed paper application to the Club you plan to attend.

Become a Member

We are now accepting membership forms for the 2019-20 school year. Members must be 6-18 years of age and in grades 1-12. Membership fees are $100-$250 per year for youth grades 1-6, depending on Club location. Annual teen membership for members in grades 7-12 is $10 per year.

Becoming a member is easy! There are two ways you can enroll:

Memberships completed online incur a small processing fee.

All membership payments using a credit card must be completed online through our Active account.

Select Your Club:

Blazers Club – NE Portland, King
Inukai Family Club – Hillsboro
Oak Grove Club – N. Clackamas (moving to Riverside Elementary, just a few blocks away)
Regence Club – N Portland, New Columbia
Rockwood Club – SE Portland, East County
Wattles Club – SE Portland, Lents

Please note:

Registration numbers are limited at Margaret Scott Club and North Clackamas School District sites at Lot Whitcomb, Alder Creek, and Rowe. Online registration is unavailable for these sites. Members must attend the school where they wish to register for membership. More information is available in the associated school office.

Questions? Please contact your site.

Margaret Scott Club: Contact Site Director Katie Tanner at [email protected]and.org.
Alder Creek Middle School: Contact Site Director Joshua Varnell at [email protected].
Lot Whitcomb Elementary: Contact Site Director Marlene Ascencio Preciado at [email protected].
Wilbur Rowe Middle: Contact Site Director Sharayah Graciani at [email protected].

In-Person / Membership Form Download

Memberships may be completed on paper and paid in full via cash or check for no fee. Pick up an application at a Club, or download one below and return the completed application to your local Club.

Paper memberships may be accepted but the processing fee will still be applied. Cash & check payment plan options vary by Club location. Talk with your Club for details.

Membership Applications:

Youth Membership Application (Youth Grades 1-6)

Teen Membership Application (Youth Grades 7-12)

Please note:
Registration numbers are limited at Margaret Scott Club and North Clackamas School District sites at Lot Whitcomb, Alder Creek, and Rowe. Online registration in unavailable for these sites. Members must attend the school where they wish to register for membership. More information is available in the associated school office.

Questions? Please contact your site.

Margaret Scott Club: Contact Site Director Katie Tanner at [email protected].
Alder Creek Middle School: Contact Site Director Joshua Varnell at [email protected].
Lot Whitcomb Elementary: Contact Site Director Marlene Ascencio Preciado at [email protected].
Wilbur Rowe Middle: Contact Site Director Sharayah Graciani at [email protected].

FAQs

Membership

What are membership dues?

Any youth who would like to participate in Boys & Girls Clubs programs pay membership dues for enrollment. Membership dues are valid from September-August and allow access to the Club afterschool Monday-Friday and on some no school days. During school breaks (winter, spring and summer break) will be offered for additional fees.

What does my child’s membership include?

BGCP is a youth development organization that offers programs and activities that include arts, sports, STEM, education, academic supports, career readiness, leadership skills, mentorship. Members also receive a meal and snack daily.

How long is a membership valid?

Memberships are valid from September 1 through August 31 each year. Members must reregister each fall.

Is attendance required for membership?

No. We are a drop in facility and do not require attendance but ask that your child attend at least three days per week.

Are memberships valid at all Portland-Metro Clubs?

Yes. All memberships are valid at any Boys & Girls Club Site in the Portland-Metro area with the exception of school-based locations in North Clackamas School District, including Oak Grove, Alder Creek, Lot Whitcomb, and Rowe; and Margaret Scott Elementary in the Reynolds School District. Speak with your Club Director about the transfer process.

Can my child visit a Boys & Girls Club without membership?

We do have drop in options as well as some programs open to our community.

Meal programs are open to all youth in our community ages 0-18 during designated mealtimes.
Athletics Leadership Leagues are open to 1st-6th graders interested in sports programs; you do not need to be a member to register for Fall Basketball, Winter Indoor Soccer, or Spring Flag Football Leagues.
Drop in rates are $25 per day, or $100 per week. Just fill out our drop-in form and pay the daily or weekly rate to visit the Club without a membership.

Cost & Payment

Are there payment plan options?

Yes, families can enroll in monthly payment plans through Active, our online payment processor. The total cost of membership ($100-$250, based on Club) must be paid throughout September to June. If you have unique circumstances please talk with your Club Director.

Are scholarships available?

BGCP will continue to work with families to offer scholarships to those who qualify for financial assistance.

Scholarships are limited and priority will be given to regularly attending families.
To receive a scholarship, all families must fully complete a scholarship application and provide proof of income.

To ensure your spot is reserved, for the 2019-20 school year we are asking families to please register for your Club online and pay the 10% deposit BEFORE submitting your scholarship application. This helps us to avoid any potential delays caused by processing the scholarship.

You may submit your scholarship application by email to [email protected] or fax your application to 503.232.0387 with a subject line that includes ATTN: to the name of the Club your child will be attending. Or, bring your completed paper application to the Club you plan to attend.

Are there other costs for Boys & Girls Club programs?

Yes, BGCP offers specialty programs and experiences that come with additional costs. Examples include day camps, athletic programs, field trips and special opportunities.

Club Programs & Services

Do you provide meals/snacks?

All Clubs provide meals and snack during the summer and school year.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Do you provide transportation?

Yes. We work with school districts to provide transportation to our Clubs but availability is limited. Please check with your Club facility for a list of transportation options.