Great Futures Start Here

Creating safe, positive, and transformative spaces that empower youth and teens to discover their full potential.

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Making It Possible, Then & Now

Since 1946, Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland Metro has inspired youth to reach higher and dream bigger. Now, we’re redefining what’s possible: combining innovation, leadership, and hands-on learning to prepare young people for the future ahead.

Join us in building what comes next. Your donation today powers tomorrow’s leaders.

Our Mission & Values

Our mission is to empower all young people to discover their full potential, especially those who need us most. We create safe, positive and transformative spaces that empower our youth and teens to build Great Futures. We help them build a sense of belonging, explore opportunities beyond their neighborhoods, and develop transferable skills that will equip them as next generation leaders and innovators. We help youth and teens achieve success in school, in life and in their future careers.

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Explore Our Programs

Our Clubs engage youth and teens (ages 6-18) in culturally responsive, experiential, and project-based enrichment programs that help them discover and reach their full potential as next-generation leaders and innovators.

Our Programs

Find A Club Near You

BGCP (ages 6-18) beyond school hours. Our Clubs are located in the Portsmouth, King, Lents and Rockwood neighborhoods of Portland, as well as in Hillsboro.

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Get Involved

Volunteering is a powerful way to support youth and teens in our community. Just a few hours a week can make a tremendous impact on a young person's life. We rely on volunteers to help advance our mission by supporting our programs, creating meaningful relationships, and inspiring young people to discover and reach their full potential. Our Clubs offer a variety of volunteer opportunities, from Club Beautification projects to direct program volunteering, such as Reading Buddies and Lemonade Day.

There are many ways to get involved in our mission. We are flexible and strive to match you with an opportunity that fits your skills, interests, and availability.

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The summertime event gives kids a chance to put on their entrepreneurial hats.

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