It is for boys and girls. Being a member of a Boys & Girls Club satisfies the age-old desire of young people to have a club of their own.

It has full-time professional leadership supplemented by part-time workers and volunteers.

It requires no proof of good character. It helps guide boys and girls who may be in danger of acquiring, or who already have acquired, unacceptable habits and attitudes, as well as boys and girls of good character.

It assures that all boys and girls can afford to belong. Membership dues are kept low so that all can afford to belong and even the least interested will not be deterred from joining.

It is for all girls and boys. Young people of all races, religions, ethnic cultures and physical abilities are eligible to become members.

It is building centered. Activities are carried on in the warm, friendly atmosphere of a building especially designed to conduct programs.

It is non-sectarian.

It has an open door policy. The Club is open to all members at any time during its hours of operation.

It has a varied and diversified program that recognizes and responds to the collective and individual needs of boys and girls.

It is guidance oriented. A Boys & Girls Club emphasizes positive values in the relationships members have with each other and with their adult leaders. It helps boys and girls make appropriate and satisfying choices in their physical, educational, personal, social, emotional, vocational and spiritual lives.