Frequently Asked Questions

Throughout our 160+ year history, Boys & Girls Clubs of America has enabled young people most in need to achieve great futures as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Today, more than 5,400 Club locations serve more than 4 million young people through Club membership and community outreach. Learn more at bgca.org.

Every dollar raised supports Boys & Girls Clubs programs that provide youth with a safe place, caring adult mentors, and high-impact development opportunities — at little to no cost to families. Every $1 invested in Boys & Girls Clubs returns $10.32 in economic benefits to Club members, their families, and society.

Yes. Boys & Girls Clubs of America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

A DIY fundraiser is a flexible, year-round way to support Boys & Girls Clubs of America. This type of fundraising lets you create a personalized web page inspired by a passion, milestone, challenge or personal story while helping more young people access the mentorship, experiences and opportunities they need to build great futures.

Everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a Club alumnus, staff member, volunteer, family member, current or past supporter, or simply someone who wants to create brighter futures for young people, you can start a fundraiser.

Choose the option that best fits your interests:

Create Your Own Fundraiser
Turn something you already love—like a hobby, celebration or personal milestone—into a fundraiser that helps open doors for Club kids. Your idea can be in-person or fully online.

Sports & Fitness
Run, walk, ride or take on a personal fitness goal. Challenge yourself while helping young people discover what’s possible.

Celebrate Someone
Honor a teacher, mentor, family member or friend by turning your gratitude into a fundraiser that creates brighter futures for kids across the country.

Registration is free! Once you register, you can set a fundraising goal, personalize your page and invite others to support your efforts.

Choose your fundraising option and complete the registration process. You’ll receive a personal fundraising page that you can customize with a photo, your fundraising goal and the story behind why you’re supporting Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

Not at all. Your fundraising page makes it easy to collect donations and track your progress. Start with an idea that matters to you, share your story and invite your friends, family, coworkers and community to get involved.

No. The DIY fundraising program is available year-round, so you can begin whenever the moment feels right for you.

Share your fundraising page through social media, email or text and explain why supporting Club kids matters to you. Personal messages help others connect with your story and understand the difference their donation can make.

No worries! Every dollar makes a difference, no matter how much you raise. There’s no penalty for not reaching your goal—what matters most is that you took action to help open doors for Club kids.