Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club

What Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club does

Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club (LABGC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth development organization founded in 1944 as the Los Angeles Times Boys' Club and renamed in 1990 upon the inclusion of girls. The organization operates from a single 33,000 square-foot facility at 2635 Pasadena Avenue in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of Northeast Los Angeles, serving youth ages 5-17 and their families across ten communities including Lincoln Heights, Highland Park, Boyle Heights, and Downtown Los Angeles. The organization is governed by a 17-member Board of Directors led by Chairman Robert Engle (PNC Bank) and Executive Director Juana Lambert, with affiliation to Boys & Girls Clubs of America providing national program frameworks and safety standards.

LABGC's service portfolio spans after-school care (2:30-6:30 PM), a seven-week summer day camp, sports leagues (baseball on Dodgers DreamField, basketball on LeBron James Sprite Sport Court, swimming via Michael Phelps IM Program), a dedicated Teen Center ('THE LAB'), food distribution serving 500+ families weekly, academic success and college preparation programs, character and citizenship curricula, and outdoor/cultural immersion programming. No proprietary technology platforms or software systems are disclosed; program delivery relies on physical infrastructure (pool under renovation, gym, STEM lab, art studios, music recording studio, media lab) and trained youth development professionals.

Revenue is generated through five diversified streams: sliding-scale membership and camp fees based on household income (with a $15 one-time Club Membership fee per child and income-tiered weekly rates), government grants (notably a $300,000 California Natural Resources Agency award), corporate sponsorships from major brands (Disney, Wells Fargo, Morgan Stanley, UPS, Chevron, Honda, PandaCares, LA84 Foundation, Edison International), individual donations (one-time, recurring, planned giving, stock, vehicle, and Wall of Inspiration brick purchases), and event revenue (Masquerade Gala with sponsorship tiers to $50,000, LA Marathon team participation). The go-to-market model is community-led, with member acquisition via word-of-mouth, school partnerships, community events, and direct outreach, and a no-turn-away scholarship policy.

Name

Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club

Legal name

Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club

Website

https://labgc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1944

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1944 that operates a single 33,000 sq-ft youth development facility in Lincoln Heights, serving youth ages 5-17 across ten Northeast Los Angeles communities with after-school care, summer camp, sports leagues, teen programming, food distribution, and academic support funded by sliding-scale fees, grants, and corporate sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Child Care Services (6244)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps) (MPAKAJAA), School-Age Wraparound Childcare Centers (Holiday/Break Care) (EDACAAAL), Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

Keywords

• Youth development services
• After-school care
• Summer day camp
• Youth sports programs
• Community youth center

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership and Program Fees: Sliding scale membership and camp fees based on household income and family size. A one-time $15 membership fee per child is charged for camps and after-school programs. Weekly camp fees are calculated based on income brackets ranging from Below Poverty to Above Median levels.
2. Government Grants: Funding from government agencies including California Natural Resources Agency grants for specific programs like the World Outside Our Doorstep Program. These grants support outdoor and cultural experiences for underserved youth.
3. Corporate Sponsorships: Financial and in-kind support from corporate sponsors including Disney, Chevron, Honda, Wells Fargo, Morgan Stanley, UPS, and numerous other companies. Sponsors support programs, events, and scholarships at various tiers.
4. Individual Donations: One-time and recurring donations from individuals, including annual campaigns, planned giving, stock/securities donations, vehicle donations, and brick purchases for the Wall of Inspiration memorial.
5. Event Revenue: Annual benefit dinners (Masquerade Gala), LA Marathon team participation, and other charity events that raise funds through ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club operates a single-site, 33,000 sq-ft community youth center in Lincoln Heights that provides youth ages 5–17 with after-school care, a seven-week summer day camp, sports leagues (baseball, basketball, swimming), a dedicated teen center (THE LAB), academic and college preparation, character and citizenship programs, weekly family food distribution, and outdoor/cultural field trips. Membership and camp fees are charged on a sliding scale based on household income, with scholarships ensuring no child is turned away due to inability to pay.

Product overview

Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club operates as a multi-program youth development organization offering a portfolio of programs including After School Programs (2:30-6:30 PM care with homework help, tutoring, sports, arts, and meals), New Heights Adventure Summer Camp (7-week day camp June-July with swimming, STEM, field trips), Sports Leagues (baseball, basketball, swimming), THE LAB Teen Center (ages 13-18 with music/media/gym), Food & Nutrition Services (weekly food bank serving 500+ families), Academic Success Programs (college prep, STEM, career exploration), Character & Citizenship Programs (leadership, prevention, youth of year), World Outside Our Doorstep (outdoor/cultural field trips), Health & Wellness Programs (Triple Play, Family Plus), and Spring Break Camp. The organization serves youth ages 5-17 in Northeast Los Angeles communities including Lincoln Heights, Highland Park, and Boyle Heights.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• After School Programs Daily after-school care from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM for youth ages 5–17 providing homework help, expert tutoring, sports leagues, art and dance classes, healthy meals, and social recreation at the LABGC Lincoln Heights facility.
• New Heights Adventure Summer Camp Seven-week summer day camp for ages 5–17 featuring swimming, sports, STEM, arts, field trips, and three daily meals, with optional before-care (7:30–9:00 AM), after-care (4:00–6:00 PM), and add-on basketball, baseball, and hip-hop dance clinics.
• Sports Leagues Seasonal youth sports programs including baseball on Dodgers DreamField, basketball on LeBron James Sprite Sport Court, IM Michael Phelps Swim Program for lessons and team, plus traveling teams for soccer, flag football, and volleyball.
• THE LAB Teen Center Dedicated teen center for ages 13–18 featuring music recording studio, media lab, outdoor lounge, and gym, with free access to skill-building workshops, career exploration, and college preparation.
• Food & Nutrition Services Weekly food bank distributing free groceries to 500+ families every Thursday at 4:00 PM at the Lincoln Heights facility, with door-to-door delivery available for those unable to travel; includes nutrition education and meal-planning resources.
• Academic Success Programs Educational support including College Bound for college preparation, Power Hour for homework assistance, Club Tech for computer skills, STEM Adventure workshops, and career exploration through Career Launch.
• Character & Citizenship Programs Leadership and character development including Junior Staff for teens, SMART Moves for substance abuse prevention, Gang Prevention program, Youth of the Year competition, SMART Girls, and Keystone/Torch Club.
• World Outside Our Doorstep Program Outdoor exploration and cultural immersion program offering field trips to museums, natural resources, and cultural centers, plus substance abuse prevention workshops. Funded by the California Natural Resources Agency and Prop 64.
• Health & Wellness Programs Triple Play healthy living program promoting nutrition, fitness, and social recreation, plus Family Plus support services, case management, and family nights.
• Spring Break Camp Full-day camp during spring break from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM with extended care from 7:30 AM available, offering activities in academics, STEM, art, dance, sports, and field trips.
• Masquerade Gala Annual Benefit Dinner Annual fundraising gala featuring tiered sponsorship packages (Royal Mask $50,000; Gilded Crown $25,000; Golden Masquerader $15,000; Silver Mirage $10,000; Bronze Muse $5,000; Velvet Table $3,500) plus individual tickets (Masquerade Pair $1,500; Gilded Guest $750; Classic Companion $500), supporting STEM education, arts, cultural studies, and sports scholarships.

Quantifiable outcome

• 96% of high school seniors attending 2-3 days a week graduate on time
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and major.

• California Credit UnionminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 November 2025Joint holiday toy drive campaign running until December 6, encouraging community donations of new unwrapped toys in Los Angeles and Orange County. Toys distributed during holiday celebration on December 16.
• Los Angeles Police Department, Hollenbeck DivisioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal safety partnership for community youth programs and safety initiatives. Part of comprehensive safety ecosystem including safety committees and community coordination.
• Los Angeles Fire Department, Fire Station 1coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal safety partnership providing emergency response coordination and fire safety education for youth.
• Department of Mental HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMental health services partnership including referrals to area mental health providers such as VIP Community Mental Health Services, Children's Hospital, and Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services.
• PraesidiumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational safety partnership providing 24-hour toll-free Child Safety Hotline (866-607-SAFE) and safety expertise for staff training and policy development.
• National Center for Missing & Exploited ChildrencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational safety partnership providing guidance on child safety policies and practices.
• National Children's Advocacy CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational safety partnership providing child abuse prevention training and resources.
• City of Los Angeles GRYD ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGang Reduction and Youth Development partnership addressing gang violence in the community through prevention and intervention services.
• Lincoln Heights Community Clergy CollaborativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership bringing together service agencies, government entities, and local clergy to address gang violence and support youth in the community.
• Crisis Text LinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational mental health partnership providing confidential text message service for youth in times of crisis.
• Mental Health First AidcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational program partnership teaching staff skills to recognize and respond to signs of mental illness and substance abuse.
• Foley & Lardner LLPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStreet Law program partnership where attorneys work alongside teens exploring the legal system through real-world experience. Attorneys also featured in field trip programming.
• Michael Phelps FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsors the IM (I am) Michael Phelps Swim Program teaching water safety and swim skills through lessons, recreational swim, and swim team.
• DodgersmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDodgers DreamField baseball facility at the club. Major League Baseball supported RBI (Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities) program.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of AmericacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational organization affiliation providing program frameworks, safety standards, training, and national initiatives including Youth of the Year competition.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Children's Bureau of Southern California: Established LA family services nonprofit offering after-school programs, mental health, and youth development across Southern California, sharing LABGC's mental health partnerships and case management focus.
• Bresee Foundation: LA youth and family services nonprofit providing after-school programming, sports, arts, and academic support in the same Northeast LA/central LA service area.
• LA's Best (Better Educated Students for Tomorrow): LAUSD-affiliated after-school enrichment program serving elementary youth in the same Northeast LA neighborhoods; competes for the same after-school-care share-of-wallet from working families.
• Koreatown Youth and Community Center: LA nonprofit offering youth development, education, and family services to underserved youth — competes for the same corporate, foundation, and government grant dollars in the LA nonprofit ecosystem.
• Police Athletic League (PAL): National youth development nonprofit combining law enforcement engagement with sports, mentoring, and after-school programs serving at-risk youth in LA communities.
• Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena: Sister Boys & Girls Club of America affiliate serving the adjacent Pasadena market with the same club-based youth development model, sports leagues, and sliding-scale programming.
• Para Los Niños: LA-based nonprofit serving low-income children and families with after-school programs, early childhood education, and family services — overlapping LABGC's underserved Northeast LA target market.
• YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles: Major LA nonprofit providing after-school care, summer camps, sports leagues, swim programs, and youth development — directly competing for the same families, members, and donors in the same geography.
• After-School All-Stars Los Angeles: National nonprofit providing after-school programs with academics, sports, and enrichment to underserved LA youth, overlapping LABGC's target population and funding sources.

Broad incumbents

• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National parent organization providing program frameworks, safety standards, brand, and Youth of the Year; LABGC is an independent local affiliate under this umbrella.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/LABoysandGirlsClub
• Instagraminstagram.com/losangelesboysandgirlsclub
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/los-angeles-boys-and-girls-club

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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