Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich has much to be thankful for and our three summer camps are at the top of the list! More than 660 campers spent eight carefree weeks swimming under the summer sun, exploring local attractions, and trying new activities. Although each camp offered a special variety of activities, all camps offered the opportunity to make friends, learn new skills, and grow. Clubhouse Camp, Camp Simmons, and Teen Camp sold out this year, and smiles were a testament to all the fun!

A Visit from Governor Ned Lamont

It’s not too often that campers get to play “Are You Smarter Than Your Governor?” with their governor, but that’s exactly what happened at Clubhouse Camp this summer. Governor Lamont toured the Clubhouse and played a U.S. history trivia game with a group of smart fifth graders. The governor did a great job answering a battery of questions and even asked the campers for suggestions on what would make the state better. While we don’t think an executive order for “no homework” will pass, “more time at Boys & Girls Club” surely will.

We extend a big THANK YOU to Governor Lamont — and the entire Greenwich delegation — who worked toward the approval of a $6.5 million state bond as we embark on a transformational modernization of the Club’s facilities that will positively impact Greenwich families for years to come.

BGCG’s programs have a proven impact on the academic achievement of Greenwich’s youth. BGCG balances academic support with a variety of engaging, fun, and structured academic activities. BGCG also empowers youth to make healthy choices for immediate and long-term mental health benefits and improvement in both competitive and recreational sports. 

Here’s a look at our program in action!

New Locations

It’s often said that the only constant in life is change. At Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich, we have embraced change as we embark on a renovation and modernization of our Clubhouse. While our facility is under construction, we have secured two locations to accommodate our after-school program — St. Roch’s education building and New Lebanon School.

Afternoon arrival begins with our dedicated staff greeting our youth with big smiles, hearty handshakes, and enthusiastic welcomes, regardless of the weather or how busy the day has been. Our kids romp up the stairs and their faces shine with the excitement of seeing a friend or simply because they are looking forward to another great afternoon at the Club. Change is all around us, but what remains the same is the sound of sheer joy. 

BGCG Advance

BGCG is excited to announce the launch of its newest program initiative, Advance. Supported by the Per and Astrid Heidenreich Family Foundation, Advance is a high-quality, comprehensive after-school, and summer enrichment program that builds a strong educational foundation for students during Grades 1 through 3 and creates measurable outcomes that support their long-term academic success. BGCG developed Advance to provide a new solution to an ongoing need to help students with limited opportunities access customized and engaging experiences that promote robust learning and social and emotional growth.

Using a research-based curriculum that complements the Greenwich Public Schools’ learning objectives and grade-level-or-above standards, Advance is rooted in exposing students to the essential ingredients necessary to becoming skilled readers, young STEM explorers, and curious and participating members of any classroom. We look forward to reporting tangible student progress throughout this school year.

Finance Champions

A group of our young teens was given a delicious tour of COBS Bread Bakery by owners Louise, Tom, and Rob Hyden and learned about the bakery's business operations. The tour was part of Greenwich United Way’s Finance Champions program, which teaches middle schoolers how to set money goals, and earn, spend, save, and budget wisely.

STEM Science Fair

Through a partnership with Greenwich Crew, a group of our middle school youth had the incredible opportunity this spring to participate in a 12-week rowing program called STEM to Stern. Following introductory lessons at Boys & Girls Club with coaches from Greenwich Crew, BGCG members joined the program. Over the course of the spring, the youth met two afternoons a week at Greenwich Water Club and a STEM Science Fair (pictured) was held at the end of the session.

Making Connections at Camp Simmons

Our thanks to a team of volunteers from Morgan Stanley who spent a day volunteering at Camp Simmons. The volunteers engaged with close to 200 energetic campers in a variety of activities, including canoeing, rowing, baseball, swimming, art, Ping-Pong, archery, four square, and foosball. They also prepared and provided a barbecue lunch for campers and staff on a day filled with joy and meaningful connections. 

If your corporate team would like to participate in this program, please contact Michele Smith, Director of Development.

Boys & Girls Club

4 Horseneck Ln

Greenwich, Connecticut 06830

(203) 869-3224