Boys & Girls Clubs of Volusia/Flagler Counties

For over 28 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Volusia/ Flagler Counties has been in the forefront of youth development, working with young people from disadvantaged economic, social and family circumstances. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens and leaders.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Volusia/Flagler Counties enriches the lives of young people and provides a safe haven in which they can learn and grow. We are dedicated to ensuring that our community’s disadvantaged youth have greater access to quality programs and services that will enhance their lives and shape their futures.

In a world that has never seemed more threatening and devoid of promise for a disproportionate number of America’s children, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Volusia/Flagler Counties provides youth, ages 6 to 18, with a tangible measure of hope. The Club offers them what they need and want most: • adults who respect and listen to them; • a safe environment where they can have fun and be themselves; and • interesting, constructive activities that channel youthful energy into challenging pursuits.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Volusia/Flagler Counties offers daily access to a broad range of programs that promote the health, social, educational, vocational, character and leadership development of girls and boys served. Club programs foster a sense of belonging, competence, usefulness and influence that builds self-confidence and self-esteem.

Today, more than 1,400 boys and girls at risk and in need are taking advantage of the programs, activities and services provided by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Volusia/Flagler Counties. These children are benefiting from trained, caring, professional staff and volunteers who help them take control of their lives, envision productive futures and reach their goals.

In March of 2020, our lives were turned upside down because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools, offices, restaurants, airports, and just about every other sector shut down. Boys & Girls Clubs of Volusia/ Flagler Counties stayed open for our children, but transferred our programs and services from in-person to on-line. We did not let anyone go and we continue to serve all of our members through in-person and virtual means. Because of record JOB LOSS and increased FINANCIAL HARDSHIP for many Americans, Boys & Girls Clubs of Volusia/Flagler Counties SUSPENDED fees from families through 12/31/2020. In June, we moved back to serving members at our Clubs, and through virtual programming. Now that schools are open, our after school programs will follow the Volusia and Flagler County school plans.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Volusia/Flagler Counties are located in the areas we are needed the most. We have eight Clubs throughout two counties including Clubs in DeLand, Deltona, Lake Helen, Palm Coast, Edgewater, New Smyrna Beach, Daytona Beach, and Holly Hill. For more information about the Boys & Girls Clubs of Volusia/ Flagler Counties, please visit our website at www. BGCVFC.org or contact Robin Markus at rmarkus@ bgcvfc.org.