The Gander Boys and Girls Club is a non-profit organization which has been in existence since 1975.
Our mandate is to provide a safe and supportive environment for youth ages 5-18. We currently have a membership of approximately 150 children. Our club is open Monday to Friday with a daily attendance of 45 – 60 members. Our open-door policy ensures that a child’s background, home life, neighbourhood, or financial status does not limit their involvement in club activities.
We offer many programs at our club, such as Lunch Bunch, Kreative Kids, Power Up, Summer Program, Cool Moves and a variety of After School Programs.
Mission Statement
To provide a safe, supportive place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life.
Core Values
Inclusion & Opportunity
We strive to offer children and youth from all economic, cultural and social backgrounds access to the resources, supports and opportunities that will enable them to overcome barriers and achieve their positive potential in life.
Respect & Belonging
We provide a safe, supportive place, where every child is listened to, treated with respect and valued in an environment of inclusion and acceptance. Our staff and volunteers model honesty, fair play, positive attitude, cooperation and respect for self and others.
Empowerment
We believe all young people can grow into responsible, contributing and self-reliant members of society. Children and youth are at the centre of everything we do. Through adventure, play and discovery, we encourage and empower them to develop healthy lifestyles, a life-long passion for learning, leadership and life skills and a sense of social responsibility.
Collaboration
We work together with families and volunteers in each community, in partnership with government and other organizations, to create healthy community solutions to providing children and youth with what they need for optimal development.
Speaking Out
We speak out on behalf of children, youth and their families to reduce disadvantage, enhance their lives and enable their voices and ideas to be heard.
