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Our Mission

Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis believes every young person deserves to live a life filled with hope and opportunity. Because we care about our young people, we provide a safe, educational and positive atmosphere where they can prosper and reach their full potential.

Building Great Futures for the youth in our city!

When the school bell rings for the end of the day, many Indianapolis youth are left with few options for positive after-school activities. Some are at home with no adult care or supervision, not because they do not have great caretakers, but because caretakers must work long hours to support their families. Young people need to know that someone cares when guardians cannot be there.

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An adult mentor tutors a student who is completing his homework.
A girl smiles while spinning a hula hoop.

The Clubs are a safe place to learn and grow – all while having fun. It is a place where Great Futures are started each and every day.

Young children starting their adventure

Our Values

Our History


1893

Newsboy Home Opened

1895

Named changed to The Boy’s Home and Employment Association

1897

Butler Memorial Boys Club opened at Madison Avenue and Meridian St.

1898

Named changed to The Boy’s Club Association

1913

Herman Lauter Memorial Club Opened

1913

Camp opened in Noblesville

1926

English Avenue Club opened

1944

Women’s Auxiliary Founded

1955

Salk Park Club Opened

1966

Atkins Club Opened

1970

College Scholarship Program begins

1971

LeGore Club Opens

1972

Wheeler Club Opens

1974

Keenan-Stahl Club joins BGCI

1989

Girls are allowed to attend the Clubs

1990

Concord Club Opens

1991

Name changed to Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis

1993

Lilly Club Opens

1993

100 years of service in Indianapolis

2001

School Sites Open

2011

Education Initiative Begins

2012

Education Directors and Graduation for Mas Counselors added to Facility Sites

2015

Expanded kitchens and cafeterias open in the Clubs

2016

Finish Line Club Opens

2018

Indianapolis Boys & Girls Club Celebrates 125th Anniversary