We believe in the power of smiles and positivity. We believe that the journey to be a successful adult begins by creating opportunities for youth to experiment in safe and supportive environments. We believe in the power of our community!
2023 Winter Girls 7/8 League Basketball Champions
KIDS HAVE WALKED THROUGH OUR DOORS SINCE 1966*
OUR TYPICAL MEMBER
If we were to consider all of the youth attending our Clubs, their age, household, economic status, and time spent in our programs and condense it into ONE story here is how that would read: Our typical member lives and attends school in Northern Santa Barbara & Northern San Luis Obispo Counties. They are part of a family of five with siblings who also likely attend or have attended our Clubs. Collectively, their household earns an average of $59,133 per year. They live in a home that is rented jointly by family or friends. Despite shared resources, money is tight, often disrupting basic needs like nutrition & housing. As a result, their parents often work multiple jobs and rely on the Club for child development and care during out-of-school time.
NYOI Statistics
Every year the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast participates in the National Youth Outcomes Survey (NYOI). This anonymous independent survey helps the Club assess our work, identify areas of improvement, and gather basic information about our members. Below are some of the results of that survey.
Club Experience
82% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members have an optimal and positive overall Club experience. (78% nationally)
Registered members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast in 2022
Club Member Experience
Safety
95% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members believe that the Club is a safe place!
Fun
88% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members said the Club was a fun place!
Recognition
91% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members said Club staff “Notice when I try my best!” and that “Staff at the Club believe I will be a success.”
Opportunity
86% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members said they “explore new things at the Club.”
Relationships
96% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members said “Staff at the Club care about me.”
Belonging
88% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members said “I enjoy coming to the Club.”
Club Member Obstacles
Bullying
38% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members confirmed that they had been a victim of bullying at school during the past year.
Conflict
29% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast teens reported having been involved in a fight at least once.
Club Member Outcomes
High School Graduation
90% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members expect to “graduate from high school.”
Integrity
86% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members said “I can stand up for what I think is right, even if my friends disagree.”
Stress Management
76% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members said “I am able to stay calm when I feel stressed.”
Empathy
94% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members said “I try to help when I see people in need.”
College
85% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast teens said “I plan to attend college after high school.”
Relationships
76% of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast members believe that they are “good at making friends.”
*Estimated membership of 1,000 per year during the 70’s & 80’s.
