School Age Child Care
We are proud to serve school age children throughout Providence and North Providence with before and after school child care services. Our morning programs start at 7am and provide children with activities, breakfast and reliable transportation to school. Our afternoon programs offer direct pick up from many locations. After school activities include daily access to homework assistance, in addition to providing children the opportunity to explore various aspects of technology, physical education, and the arts. Our School Age Child Care programs are fully licensed by the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). Any parent who needs assistance will be happy to know that both of our Early Years Learning Centers accept payment from the Department of Human Services (DHS).
For more information, contact Charlotte Boudreau, Director of Early Learning and Childcare, at 401-444-0750 ext. 102 or email cboudreau@bgcprov.org.
Early Years Learning Centers
For over 16 years, our Early Years Learning Centers have enabled children to make positive transitions into public or private school systems. Children aged three to six are exposed to academics, the arts, literacy, physical education, and technology. In our Providence and North Providence facilities, the programs stress play, movement and exploration, while encourage interaction and socio-emotional learning. Our Early Years Learning Centers are fully licensed by the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDOE) and the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). Any parent who needs assistance will be happy to know that both of our Early Years Learning Centers accept payment from the Department of Human Services (DHS).
For more information, contact Charlotte Boudreau, Director of Early Learning and Childcare, at 401-444-0750 ext. 102 or email cboudreau@bgcprov.org.
Camp Davis
For a city kid, there’s nothing as invigorating as a chance to escape the hot, urban streets.
Our partnership with Camp Davis makes it possible and affordable to for hundreds of youths to experience the great outdoors each summer and weekend camping during the fall and winter.
For more information, contact Justin Waranis, Outdoor Education Director, at 401-364-9679 or email jwaranis@bgcprov.org.
OCEAN Immersion Project
The Oceanographic Children’s Exploration and Adventure for kNowledge Project (O.C.E.A.N) is a partnership with Dr. Robert Ballard, President of the Institute of Exploration at Mystic Aquarium in Mystic, Connecticut and Director of the Institute for Archaeological Oceanography at the University of Rhode Island’s Graduate School of Oceanography.
For more information, contact Justin Waranis, Outdoor Education Director, at 401-364-9679 or email jwaranis@bgcprov.org.
Education & Career Development
It’s never too early to prepare children for the real world. At the Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence, we help youths become proficient in basic educational disciplines. We encourage them to explore various career paths by setting long- and short-term goals, and help them embrace the technology it takes to succeed.
For more information, visit our Clubhouse and Camp page to find the Club nearest to you.
Bridging the Digital Divide:
In 2005, the Club was the beneficiary of three state-of-the art, wireless computer labs donated by GTECH Corporation, two donated by the Beaumount Foundation of America, and one from Cox Communications. The Boys and Girls Clubs are committed to offering members access to the latest computer technology, training and skills to safely access the internet. Our full and part-time staff work with members to build skills and make technology an integral part of their lives.
NetSmartz, an internet safety program, trains members on the dangers of internet use from both on-line predators and identity theft schemes. Interactive activities teach the dangers of surfing online and how to avoid them through fun games that reinforce internet safety concepts. Providing real-life scenarios of youth who encounter dangers online, NetSmartz enables children with the knowledge to successfully avoid negative influences.
Skill Tech is a basic computer skills program which develops Club members’ proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and other productivity software through fun, hands-on, and engaging lessons. Older members are offered training on the entire Microsoft Office suite. In addition, digital arts allow our members to create art and participate in movie-making.
For more information, visit our Clubhouse and Camp page to find the Club nearest to you.
Performing & Cultural Arts
At the Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence, arts programs are an invaluable outlet for our members’ creativity. Through our varied arts programs our members have a chance to explore ways in which they can best express themselves to the community at large. Each day allow members an important opportunity to deepen their appreciation of our world and its diversity. Whether members choose visual or written arts, digital arts, theatre and performing arts or other physical arts they are challenged to be inspired, as well as, inspiring others.
For more information, visit our Clubhouse and Camp page to find the Club nearest to you.
Life Skills
Life skills allow young people to develop resilience, independence, and leadership skills. Among a wide variety of programs offered by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence our SMART Moves program is designed to directly counteract the wide variety of negative influences that kids are continually exposed to. Interactive small-group activities provide an engaging outlet for our members to explore inherent dangers and effective alternatives.
For more information, visit our Clubhouse and Camp page to find the Club nearest to you.
Health & Safety
Over 650 children receive hot, nutritious daily suppers across our network of Clubs. Funded by the U.S. Department of Education, our Kid's Cafe program, in collaboration with Rhode Island Community Food Bank, ensures our members have access to a healthy meal each day.
For more information, visit our Clubhouse and Camp page to find the Club nearest to you.
Outreach
The Clubs’ 2006-2008 Strategic Plan has a goal of serving more children from difficult and diverse backgrounds from nontraditional sites such as public housing projects and shelters.
For more information, visit our Clubhouse and Camp page to find the Club nearest to you.
Character & Leadership Development
The spirit and energy of youth is a precious natural resource. That’s why our programs go to great lengths to teach kids to maintain a positive self-image and a strong sense of integrity, to sustain meaningful relationships while respecting the cultural identities of others and to actively participate in the civic life of their communities.
For more information, visit our Clubhouse and Camp page to find the Club nearest to you.
Sports & Recreation
For decades, sports have been an empowering influence for millions of kids. For the Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence, a solid connection with recreation and fitness is one of our most time-honored traditions.
The development of sound mind and body. A positive use of leisure time. The social skills needed for good teamwork. An appreciation for the environment. These are some of the benefits our members enjoy, whether they’re participating in leagues, individual sports, or our many gamesroom activities.
For more information, visit our Clubhouse and Camp page to find the Club nearest to you.