Boys and Girls Club's programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence. Our clubs are a safe place to learn and grow - all while having fun. Our mission is to to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. We have a lineup of tested and proven nationally recognized programs that address today's most pressing youth issues, teaching young people the skills they need to succeed in life. More than 25 national programs are available in the areas of education, the environment, health, the arts, careers, alcohol/drug and pregnancy prevention, gang prevention, leadership development and athletics. Health &Life Skills programs offered include: SMART Moves (Skills Mastery and Resistance Training) prevention/education program for children ages 6-15 addresses the problems of drug and alcohol use and premature sexual activity; SMART Girls is a health, fitness, prevention/education and self-esteem enhancement program for girls ages 10-15; Passport to Manhood program promotes and teaches responsibility while reinforcing positive behavior in male members ages 11-14; and, Street SMARTinitiative consist of three components designed to help young people ages 11-13 effectively resist gangs amd violence, resolve conflicts and be positive peer helpers in their communities.