The Club Teen Program

Building Tomorrow’s Leaders—One Teen at a Time

Group of teenagers sitting at a long table with a red tablecloth, decorated with plates, cups, salad, chips, and sodas, in a classroom or arts center decorated for a party, with colorful drawings on the ceiling and a banner saying 'Arts Center' on the back wall.

The Club Teen program at BGCM caters to students in grades 9-12, offering a dynamic platform for personal growth, peer-to-peer relationships, college preparedness, career readiness, and community engagement.

  • Teen-only hours at BGCM facilitate social recreation with peers in a safe and fun environment.

  • Teen-focused activities like Teen-only dinners at the Club (next one: June 11th from 6:30-8:30pm!)

  • Teens are able to participate in weekly events and activities focused on health and wellness, leadership development, career exploration, and life skills.

  • Specialized workshops focus on college readiness, financial literacy, and job preparedness, preparing teens for future academic and professional endeavors.

Through meaningful experiences and a supportive community, the Club Teen program empowers students to build confidence, discover their potential, and take charge of their future.

A stylized torch with orange flames and black handle next to the blue text 'Torch Club'.

Grades 5-8

Torch Club is a national Boys & Girls Clubs of America program designed for youth ages 11 to 14 (grades 5-8), focusing on leadership, service, and character development during a pivotal time in their growth. This small-group club within the Club empowers younger adolescents to build essential 21st-century skills like teamwork, responsibility, and integrity.

  • Torch Club members meet regularly to plan and lead projects in four key areas: service to Club and community, education, health and fitness, and social recreation. Members elect officers, work collaboratively, and take ownership of their club’s impact.

    Each year, chartered Torch Clubs are invited to participate in Climate SuperStars, an online environmental challenge sponsored by Samsung Electronics America, where Clubs can win exciting prizes like Galaxy tablets and large-screen TVs.

    Torch Club is a great way for middle schoolers to step into leadership roles and make a meaningful difference—both inside and outside the Club.

Keystone logo with a purple and white stylized torch and the text "Keystone The Ultimate Teen Program" in blue.

Grades 9-12

Keystone Club is the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier teen leadership program, designed for youth ages 14 to 18 (grades 9-12.) This national program helps teens build leadership skills, explore college and career pathways, and make a meaningful impact through community service.

  • Guided by an adult advisor, Keystone Club members meet regularly to plan and lead projects focused on three key areas: academic success, career preparation, and community service. Whether they’re volunteering locally or organizing teen-centered events, Keystoners take charge, step up, and grow into confident leaders.

    Each year, Keystone members from across the globe come together at the National Keystone Conference—a one-of-a-kind event filled with leadership workshops, peer networking, and personal growth opportunities.

    Keystone Club is open to all teens, whether or not they’re current Boys & Girls Club members. If you’re ready to lead, give back, and prepare for your future, Keystone is the place to start.

Fostering growth as capable leaders for tomorrow, great futures start here!

Four young girls standing outside the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield, holding certificates and flowers, celebrating achievements.

The Junior Leadership Program (JLP)

The Boys & Girls Club Junior Leadership Program (JLP) for students in grades 6 through 8 is an after-school program that provides opportunities for personal growth, leadership development, and community service. JLP Advisors and staff empower young people to become responsible citizens and leaders in their communities while simultaneously celebrating their desire to “just be a kid.”

Participants engage in weekly activities focused on communication, teamwork, problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, character development, and FUN.

Tweens gain confidence in their abilities and are equipped with tools to make positive contributions to their communities.

JLP Includes opportunities to participate in the Boys & Girls Club National Torch Club: a program focused on community service projects, leadership training, and educational activities that promote civic responsibility.