5 Core Program Areas: Club Keys to Life

There are many youth in our area who may not have the opportunity to receive an education in even the most basic lessons in life. Many cannot afford to use the latest technology, get involved in organized sports teams or simply experience the arts. By joining the Club, Kansas City youth receive the opportunity to enjoy all of these things and gain experience to help improve their futures.

The Clubs offer today's most relevant programs in five core areas:

• Character and Development: Empowering youth to support and influence their Club and community, sustain meaningful relationships with others, develop a positive self-image, participate in the democratic process and respect their own and others’ cultural identities.

• Education/Technology & Career Development: Enabling youth to become proficient in basic educational disciplines, apply learning to everyday situations and embrace technology to achieve success in a career.

• Health & Life Skills: Develop young people’s capacity to engage in positive behaviors that nurture their own well-being, set personal goals and live successfully as self-sufficient adults.

• The Arts: Create opportunities for youth to cultivate their creativity and cultural awareness through knowledge and appreciation of the visual arts, crafts, performing arts and creative writing.

• Sports, Fitness & Recreation: Develop fitness, positive use of leisure time, skills for stress management, appreciation for the environment and social skills.

The Future

While our achievements are extensive, we are committed to continue aggressively expanding our services to reach more children. With the help of all the individuals, corporations, and foundations who share our beliefs in the potential of all boys and girls, regardless of their circumstances, we look to the future with great optimism.

For specific information on our programs, click here for a complete listing.