Since 1997 The Boys and Girls Club of the Sandhills has been serving youth ages 5-18 with critical programming and support. In 23 years, it has become the leading youth advocacy nonprofit organization in Moore County, and has served over 6,000 childrens and teens. 

Keeping things fun and productive

Games, athletics, academic support, and drug prevention workshops form the backbone of the Club’s programming. Three locations around Moore County aim to fill the critical after-school gap—2:30 to 6:30—when research shows that children are most vulnerable to gangs, violence, and other risky behaviors. The highly trained staff implements programs to develop study skills, job readiness, self-esteem, healthy living, and social responsibility. During the summer, the Club’s locations are open all day to young people who need a place to go. 

Pivoting in a pandemic to provide services where they are most needed

43% of Moore County students receive food at school through the Free and Reduced-Price Meal Program. When COVID-19 closed schools in March, the Boys and Girls Club knew they could mobilize their resources and infrastructure to keep kids nourished. As of mid-October, they’ve delivered over 247,000 free meals … continue

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