Opening Doors to Great Futures for Southern Maine Youth

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For more than 100 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine has provided safe, supportive afterschool and summer programs that help children and teens build confidence, discover their potential, and prepare for bright futures.

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Programs That Help Every Child Discover Their Potential 

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Arts

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Leadership

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Academic

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Workforce Readiness

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Sports & Recreation

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Health & Wellness

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PORTLAND

277 Cumberland Ave

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Four Communities. One Mission.

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AUBURN

43 2nd St.

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SOUTH PORTLAND

169 Broadway

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LEWISTON

65 Central Ave

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Changing Lives. Strengthening Communities.
Inspiring Futures.

Every day, Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine helps young people discover their strengths, build confidence, and realize their full potential. Through caring mentors, meaningful opportunities, and a safe place to belong, we're helping raise the next generation of responsible, productive, and caring citizens.

1,492

Youth Served

Helping children and teens build brighter futures every day.

87%

Expect to Attend College

85%

Learn Career Skills

66,108

Meals & Snacks Served

95%

Expect to Graduate High School

90%

Report Emotional Safety

Every number represents a child whose future is brighter because someone believed in them.

Events

Our events bring together families, businesses, volunteers, and supporters to celebrate youth, strengthen our community, and invest in brighter futures.

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  • Large indoor banquet with guests dining at round tables beneath illuminated white fabric canopies in a decorated gymnasium.

    Spring for the Kids

    An unforgettable evening celebrating the youth we serve while raising critical support for Club programs.

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  • Large group of runners in matching red shirts posing on a downtown street before a race.

    Patriot’s Day Road Race

    Run, walk, or cheer on participants during one of Portland's favorite community traditions.

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  • Overhead view of an artist’s workspace with colorful paintings, paint tubes, brushes, pencils, and a palette of acrylic paints on a wooden table

    Art & Photography Show

    Experience the creativity and talent of Club members through an inspiring community exhibition.

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  • Children and adults gather at a golf clinic sponsored by Bank of America Golf with Us, with golf carts and a clubhouse in the background.

    Auburn & Lewiston Golf Classic

    Spend a day on the course while supporting life-changing opportunities for local youth.

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  • Five smiling children lying together in colorful autumn leaves outdoors

    Fall for the Kids

    A special evening dedicated to strengthening programs that serve youth in Auburn and Lewiston.

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There’s something for everyone.
We can’t wait to see you!

Real moments.
Real Impact.

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