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PARTNERS | HEALTHY CITY | HOW HEALTHY | VISION | SUMMIT | PRIORITIES | FUNCTIONS | CITY OF FALL RIVER |
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Boys and Girls Club
Activities |
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The Boys and Girls Club of Fall River, provides daily recreational and developmental activities for over 2,000 Fall River youth, over 4,000 youth in summer resident and day camp, and over 200 older teens and adults in their fitness programs. |
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Priority Area: | Environment and Recreation |
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Priority Sub-Area: |
2, B) Increased and improved recreational opportunities for youth and adults |
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Goal: |
To increase the availability of after-school recreational and developmental activities for youth. |
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Method(s): |
Construction of a new 18,000 square foot addition, including a community room, learning center and teen center |
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Timeline: |
Anticipated completion in 2005 |
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Indicators: |
Construction completed and programs operational |
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Progress: | As of Spring 2005, construction of a new 18,000 square foot addition, including a community room, learning center and teen center is 80% complete and will allow for expansion of recreation programs for youth. They have added 120 new members this year. | |
How citizens can get involved: |
Volunteer in programs and donate to fund drive |
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Contact Information: |
Peter McCarthy at 508-672-6340 or pmccarthy@fallriverma.org |