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Welcome to the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Foothills Want more information? Send your email address to: info@foothillsbgc.com The Boys and Girls Club of the Foothills incorporated in 1992. An affiliate of the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, the Foothill organization originated from the community's need to establish quality activities as a solution for delinquency, juvenile crime and drug use among the youth of Monrovia. The Club was founded by a group of civic leaders joined by area business people and interested persons. In 1994 the first Clubhouse was opened in Monrovia. The Club has served over 6000 children since our opening with more than 3, 000 boys and girls currently registered. For years the Club has provided guidance and constructive after school activities for "at risk youth living in the densely populated and multi-ethnic areas of Monrovia, Duarte and Arcadia. With special concern for children from disadvantaged circumstances, the Club helps children develop those qualities needed to become responsible citizens and leaders. Members of the Boys and Girls Club of the Foothills participate in daily programs offered in the Learning Center, the Arts & Crafts Department, the Social Recreation/Games Room, and the Athletic Department. In the Learning Center, Children receive computer instruction and tutoring services. They have the opportunity to complete homework in a quiet area and to participate in reading incentive activities. In the Arts & Crafts Program, children participate in activities that promote creativity and an understanding and appreciation for Fine Arts. In the Social Recreation/Games Room, children participate in individual games and tournaments. They have the opportunity to develop sportsmanship, constructive use of leisure time, life long hobbies and game room skills. In Athletics, children participate in organized sports activities, develop athletic skills and team cooperation. The Club provides young people with a positive alternative to drugs, gangs, crime and juvenile delinquency. The Boys and Girls Club of the Foothills mission is to enable youth of all backgrounds, with a special concern for those from disadvantage circumstances, to develop and achieve their full potential as individuals. The Club provides children with the opportunity to reach their potential through programs designed to develop character, build confidence and attain skills needed to mature into productive civic- minded and responsible citizens. All Boys and Girls Club of the Foothills programs are based on a youth development strategy that builds self confidence and self esteem while fostering a sense of belonging, competence, usefulness and influence. The Club is facility based, employs 18 paid professional staff members, supplemented by over 60 part time volunteers. The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Foothills offer daily access to a broad range of programs at seven Monrovia locations. Children are also provided transportation to the Shamrock Avenue Club from Royal Oaks Elementary School and Maxwell Elementary School in the City of Duarte. There are five Core Program Areas: Education and Career Development ; Character and Leadership Development ; Health and Life Skills ; The Arts ; Sports, Fitness and Recreation. If you are looking for an exciting place for your children to learn and grow, or if you would like to join our volunteer staff, the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Foothills have something for you. Find out more about the Boys and Girls Clubs by exploring this Web site. Information about programs, locations, volunteer service and donation opportunities are included. Keep reading to learn more about what we do. We guarantee that you will find what you are looking for at Boys and Girls Clubs of the Foothills.