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Leylah Fernandez laughing with Club members from on a tennis court

Leylah Fernandez Joins USTA SoCal for Youth Tennis Clinic

February 26, 2025
Leylah Fernandez hosted a youth tennis clinic at the Challengers Club, offering training and inspiration to local kids.

Support Local Kids and Thrive with Ross Dress for Less!

February 7, 2025
11th Annual In-store fundraiser to provide support to Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles's Youth of the Year 2025 Logo

BGCMLA's 2025 Youth of the Year

February 3, 2025
LOS ANGELES - FEBRUARY 7, 2025 - At the Watts/Willowbrook Club, we celebrated five exceptional Club members! Hear their inspiring stories of overcoming challenges and finding their place at with us at Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles (BGCMLA). This year we are proud to announce Kaydence as our 2025 BGCMLA Youth of the Year ! All participants receive a stipend for their hard work and commitment to this premier teen recognition program. A special congratulations to this year's remarkable speakers:
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Leylah Fernandez laughing with Club members from on a tennis court

Leylah Fernandez Joins USTA SoCal for Youth Tennis Clinic

February 26, 2025
Leylah Fernandez hosted a youth tennis clinic at the Challengers Club, offering training and inspiration to local kids.

Support Local Kids and Thrive with Ross Dress for Less!

February 7, 2025
11th Annual In-store fundraiser to provide support to Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles's Youth of the Year 2025 Logo

BGCMLA's 2025 Youth of the Year

February 3, 2025
LOS ANGELES - FEBRUARY 7, 2025 - At the Watts/Willowbrook Club, we celebrated five exceptional Club members! Hear their inspiring stories of overcoming challenges and finding their place at with us at Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles (BGCMLA). This year we are proud to announce Kaydence as our 2025 BGCMLA Youth of the Year ! All participants receive a stipend for their hard work and commitment to this premier teen recognition program. A special congratulations to this year's remarkable speakers:
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We’re Built to Reverse the Stats.

At Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles, we prioritize the effectiveness and lasting impact of our Club programs. We strive to maintain our Clubs as an essential part of the community, offering crucial support for young people to show significant impact in key metrics: succeeding in high school, developing strong character and leadership skills, and prioritizing their physical and mental wellbeing.

2,000+

youth served per year

6.6 months

is the average growth in reading level over 7 weeks of literacy programming

120

locally developed programs

Every Month

youth-grown produce from our Hydro-Wild Lab is distributed to Club member families and community

200,000+

free, healthy meals served to youth and local communities

91%

of Club members have access to a musical instrument

100+

families adopted by our Clubs to provide essentials, grocery gift cards, and holiday gifts

94%

of Club members feel confident solving math problems

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