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September 2019 – The Boys & Girls Club of Pharr has started another year of its Afterschool program, and is doing “Whatever it Takes” to build GREAT futures for the youth & teens of Pharr and surrounding communities. The Club is a positive hub for youth and teens of all backgrounds to have access and opportunities that create a stronger future. With a mission to provide a safe and nurturing environment that enables all children to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible individuals, youth are flourishing and accomplishing goals through the Boys and Girls Club of Pharr.
This Fall 2019, the Club invites youth to join the afterschool program and partake in activities that encourage success in many areas. Mentors follow National guidelines as they caringly and skillfully lead classes in homework assistance, the arts, physical fitness, healthy living and positive choices while always having fun. Beyond the basics, the Club offers specialty programs that focus on prevention, mental health, career readiness, and more. Customized attention is given to the specific needs of each child throughout the program and achievements are recognized to boost confidence and growth of skill sets. Whatever it takes to succeed is the latest organizational campaign that promotes the great steps the club takes to empower and challenge youth to achieve their goals no matter the reach.
Rest assured that when choosing Boys & Girls Club of Pharr, you are choosing a commitment and priority to safety. The organization continuously undergoes trainings that strengthen the policies and procedures for providing a positive and secure environment. Staff are educated on awareness skills for every moment of operation to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of youth & teens.
Are your youth in need of a positive afterschool experience that provides the building blocks for a successful future and career readiness? Register today to be a part of a place that believes in your success! The Boys and Girls Club of Pharr has a daily average attendance of over 800 youth & teens attending collectively at its 3 traditional sites; Main Unit in central Pharr, South Pharr Unit, and San Juan Unit. 2019-2020 Afterschool Program operating hours are 3:00pm – 8:00pm. Each day youth and teens are served a balanced meal and snack. Call 956.781.KIDS to enroll.
Join the movement by supporting the Boys and Girls Club through monetary donations, goods and services, or the volunteering of your time. For more information on how you can help, contact Chief Executive Officer, Alfredo Mata, Jr. 956.781.KIDS or fmata@pharrkids.org. The Boys and Girls Club of Pharr is a proud United Way of South Texas Agency.
