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    • Overview
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    • Capitol Unit
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    • Sykes Unit
    • Hazlehurst Unit
    • Camp John I Hay
  • About
    • Executive Team Members
    • Board Members
    • Impact Report
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Education Programs

Power hour

Power Hour provides members with the support they need to succeed in school and become confident, self-directed learners. This after-school program offers homework help, tutoring, and engaging educational activities—all led by caring staff and volunteers. Whether they need assistance with assignments or want to build new skills, Power Hour gives youth a focused, supportive environment to reach their academic goals. 

Money Matters

Money Matters helps BGCCM teens build financial skills for a successful future. Through staff-led sessions, mentorship, and interactive digital tools, members learn how to set goals, budget, save, and invest. The program makes financial literacy engaging and practical empowering youth to make smart money choices today and prepare for long-term financial stability.

DIY Stem

DIY STEM is a hands-on, activity-based program that connects members to real-world science concepts they encounter in everyday life. This updated curriculum encourages youth to explore STEM through engaging, authentic experiments, just like real scientists and engineers.


Working in teams, members take on different roles and use open-ended inquiry to explore scientific phenomena. As they collaborate, they develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and STEM skills in a fun and dynamic learning environment.

Computer Science Pathway

At BGCCM, our Computer Science Pathway introduces youth to the world of coding and digital creativity. From basic drag-and-drop games to app development, members gain hands-on experience while building problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking skills.

Program highlights include:

  • Hour of Code – Fun, beginner-friendly coding games
  • CS Unplugged – Low-tech activities that teach core computer science concepts
  • App Lab – Team-based app design and development

This pathway helps members grow from curious learners to confident creators in today’s digital world.

healthy Habits/Culinary Arts

Healthy Habits at BGCCM promotes good nutrition, regular physical activity, and overall well-being as part of our commitment to healthy lifestyles. Integrated throughout the Club experience, this program helps members develop lifelong habits that support physical and emotional health. As part of Healthy Habits, our Culinary Arts Program teaches members essential cooking skills—including baking—while introducing them to healthy food choices, meal prep, and kitchen safety in a fun and engaging way. 


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