From After-School Hours to Future Power

If you've ever tried to keep a kid entertained, learning, off a screen, and having fun all before dinner, you know it's no easy task. That's where the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area steps in. Serving communities across the region, the organization has earned a reputation as "More than an afterschool program." Their mission, "To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to become productive, responsible, and caring citizens," comes to life every day through programs designed to help young people grow, explore, and discover what's possible.

What makes the Clubs stand out is how they combine structure with opportunity. Academic success, healthy lifestyles, character development, workforce readiness, and the arts are woven into daily experiences that build confidence and life skills. Mentors provide guidance, STEM activities spark curiosity, career exploration programs introduce future possibilities, and community service projects encourage young people to make a difference. Signature initiatives like Youth of the Year help members develop leadership skills while celebrating personal growth and achievement.

That approach helps explain why the organization's slogan, "Great Futures Start Here," resonates throughout the Pee Dee. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area focuses on creating opportunities for young people to learn, grow, and succeed in their own ways. Their recognition with the 2026 Best of South Carolina Award reflects years of investing in youth, strengthening communities, and helping prepare the next generation for the future. In a world full of distractions, that's work worth celebrating.

Contact Information

Phone: 843-662-1142

Address: P.O. Box 93, Florence, SC 29503

Website: bgcpda.org