Boys and Girls Club of San Leandro

What Boys and Girls Club of San Leandro does

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro (BGCSL) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliate of Boys & Girls Clubs of America, founded in 1945 and formally incorporated in 1947. It delivers out-of-school-time youth development programming to more than 6,500 members ages 4-18 annually across 26 school-based Club sites and 1 dedicated Teen Clubhouse (The CLUB) in San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Union City, and South Hayward. Core service lines include after-school programming (TK-8), a Teen Clubhouse for ages 13-18, Summer Camp ($1,500 for 5 weeks with scholarships), Summer Learning (free for district summer school participants), School Year Day Camps, Club Sports & Recreation, and specialized components such as the Best Buy Teen Tech Center, Keystone Leadership Club, Project Learn/Power Hour, and Future Ready college and career programming. The organization reports 740 expanded-learning hours per student per year (a 60% increase over the school day), 85% avoidance of summer learning loss among camp participants, and 92% of members reporting they feel safe and supported by staff; 83% of members come from households qualifying for free or reduced lunch.

Technology infrastructure is modest and operationally oriented rather than product-differentiated. A Salesforce Experience Cloud-based Parent Portal handles enrollment, digital signatures, and payments (replacing legacy MyClubHub in 2025). The Best Buy Teen Tech Center provides professional-grade digital media equipment, and a custom-built UrbanBloc container functions as the Teen Café workspace. There is no proprietary AI, ML, or platform product; the only AI-adjacent activity is a third-party AI Lab experience delivered by Lawrence Hall of Science at the Teen Clubhouse.

BGCSL's revenue model is multi-stream and nonprofit-typical: the largest share comes from government contracts (ASES and California's Expanded Learning Opportunities Program/ELO-P) under partnerships with three school districts (SLUSD, SLZUSD, NHUSD), supplemented by individual donations ($20 to $15,000+ range), corporate sponsorships (Best Buy, Ghirardelli, Ross, Amazon, Panda Cares, Golden State Warriors), major fundraising events (Night of Exploration Gala raising $200K+ annually, Crab Feed, Rock the Block), facility rentals ($75-$175/hour across five spaces), and a small share of program fees from Summer Camp and Teen Summer. Direct-to-family pricing is essentially freemium: after-school membership is free, Summer Learning is free for district participants, and Summer Camp carries fees offset by 50-100% scholarships. Distribution is primarily direct through school-site presence and the Parent Portal, with no reseller or partner channel.

Name

Boys and Girls Club of San Leandro

Legal name

Boys and Girls of San Leandro

Website

https://bgcsl.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth development organization operating 26 school-based Clubs and 1 Teen Clubhouse across San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Union City, and South Hayward, serving 6,500+ youth ages 4-18 annually with free after-school, summer, and teen programming funded through district contracts, donations, and corporate sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Child and Youth Services (62411), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGADAJ

Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Education & Youth Development Nonprofits

SECONDARYMPAKAJAA

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Sports Camps, Academies & Training Centers

SECONDARYEDAMALAA

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports)

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Summer & Holiday Enrichment Camps (Multi-Activity, Academic)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• After school care
• Summer camp programs
• Teen center services
• Community youth services

Headquarters

HQ city

San Leandro

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: Individual donations ranging from $20 to $15,000+ through online platforms, plus corporate sponsorships and planned giving programs. Donors receive tax-deductible receipts (Federal Tax ID #94-6003779).
2. Annual Events and Galas: Major fundraising events including the Night of Exploration Gala (raised $200,000+), Annual Crab Feed, and Rock the Block community festival. These events engage donors, corporate sponsors, and community partners.
3. Program Fees (Summer Camp): Summer Camp at $1,500 for 5 weeks with scholarships (50% or 100%) available for qualifying families. Summer Learning programs are free for district summer school participants.
4. Government Grants and Contracts: Partnerships with school districts (SLUSD, SLZUSD, NHUSD) through ASES and Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) funding to provide after-school programs at school sites.
5. Facility Rentals: Rental of indoor and outdoor spaces including the Duey Family Gym ($175/hour), Community Hub ($100/hour), Pacific Room ($125/hour), Great Room ($150/hour), and Conference Room ($75/hour). Available to nonprofits, youth, government, and public agencies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro delivers year-round youth development programming for ages 4-18, including free after-school programs at 26 school-based sites, a dedicated Teen Clubhouse (The CLUB) for ages 13-18, Summer Camp and Teen Summer programs, School Year Day Camps, and Club Sports & Recreation. Programs focus on academic success, character and citizenship, healthy lifestyles, and arts/STEM enrichment, delivered in partnership with three school districts and supported by donations, grants, and corporate sponsorships.

Product overview

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro operates as a unified youth development organization offering a portfolio of programs and services across multiple delivery channels. The core offerings include After-School Programs (TK-8th grade) at 24+ school-based sites, a Teen Clubhouse for ages 13-18, Summer Camps and Summer Learning programs, School Year Day Camps, and Club Sports & Recreation. Supporting infrastructure includes a Parent Portal for enrollment, Facility Rentals for community events, and specialized components like the Best Buy Teen Tech Center, Power Hour (homework tutoring), Keystone Leadership Club, and Future Ready (college/career readiness). Programs span academic success, health & wellness, character & citizenship, and arts & athletics focus areas. The organization serves San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Hayward, and Union City communities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The CLUB: The dedicated teen center for ages 13-18 offering a safe place for teens to drop in after school.

Products and services

• After-School Program Free after-school programming for elementary and middle school students at 24+ school sites across San Leandro, San Lorenzo, and New Haven Unified School District, offering academic support, enrichment, recreation, and character development.
• TK-K After-School Program Specialized after-school programming for transitional kindergarten and kindergarten students (ages 4-5), providing age-appropriate enrichment, supervision, and care during out-of-school hours.
• Teen Clubhouse (The CLUB) Dedicated teen center for youth ages 13-18 at 2200 San Leandro Blvd., offering a safe drop-in space with programs in sports, technology, arts, leadership, volunteerism, and academic pursuits. Open 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. during school year with extended summer hours.
• Summer Camp Full-day summer camp for TK-8th grade students featuring art, STEM, sports, games, cooking, and enrichment activities including music, theater, and dance. Costs $1,500 for 5 weeks with full and partial scholarships available.
• Teen Summer Program Free summer program for high school students (grades 9-12) at the Teen Clubhouse offering courses in tech, arts, sports, cooking, college readiness, and career exploration.
• Summer Learning Free summer program for students participating in district summer school (NHUSD and SLZUSD), providing afternoon enrichment activities after morning academic instruction to prevent summer learning loss.
• School Year Day Camps Free full-day drop-in camps on select days when school is closed during the academic year, providing supervised programming for current members when regular school is not in session.
• Club Sports & Recreation Programs Athletic programs including the Jr. Warriors Basketball League (8-week basketball program for 3rd-5th graders from 10 school sites, in partnership with the Golden State Warriors), developing teamwork, sportsmanship, and physical fitness for Club members.
• Facility Rentals Rental of indoor and outdoor Clubhouse spaces (Duey Family Gym at $175/hour, capacity 397; Community Hub at $100/hour, capacity 81; Great Room at $150/hour, capacity 124; Conference Room at $75/hour, capacity 15; plus Pacific Room, Aurora Room, Sequoia Room, and Patio & Green Space) to nonprofits, youth organizations, government agencies, and businesses for events, meetings, trainings, and team-building activities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 85% of youth avoid summer learning loss through Summer Camp participation
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ghirardelli Chocolate CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term partnership with Ghirardelli as presenting sponsor of Night of Exploration Gala and participant in 23rd Annual Ghirardelli Golf Classic. Ghirardelli provides ice cream sundaes at events and supports youth programs. CEO Justin Reese serves on BGCSL Board.
• Ross Dress for LesscoreGTM or Marketing Partner$5,000 donation to support Power Hour at Lorenzo Manor Club. Annual in-store fundraiser (10th year) where customers can donate at checkout. Ross is national sponsor of BGCA's Power Hour homework program.
• Michael Phelps FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSwim lessons partnership with San Leandro Recreation Department bringing water safety skills to 70+ members in 3rd-5th grade. Includes 24 healthy living and social emotional learning lessons.
• Best Buy Teen Tech CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-of-the-art technology center at Teen Clubhouse with professional-grade equipment for digital media, podcasting, animation, and filmmaking. Includes Teen Tech Internship initiative and recognition for staff leadership.
• UrbanBlocminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to install custom-built container facility at Teen Clubhouse outdoor space, transforming into teen-run Club Café with barista training and certification programs.
• Lawrence Hall of ScienceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides AI Lab experience at Teen Clubhouse events, teaching teens about AI and helping them create exhibits on AI topics.
• Church of 8 WheelsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRoller disco partnership for Teen Takeover Friendsgiving event at Teen Clubhouse.
• TAGS San LeandrominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLed DIY ornament-making station at Teen Takeover Friendsgiving celebration.
• KQEDcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth Media Challenge partnership where teens explore digital media for self-expression, creativity, and social impact. Teen winners went on to win global recognition at Clubhouse Network Reach Media Festival.
• San Leandro Recreation DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in water safety swim program alongside Michael Phelps Foundation, bringing swim lessons and water safety skills to youth.
• Afterschool AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring all youth have access to quality after-school programs. BGCSL participates in Lights On Afterschool events.
• San Leandro Unified School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerASES partnership since 2007-2008 making BGCSL primary provider for after-school programs. Multiple school sites across the district.
• San Lorenzo Unified School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerASES partnership making BGCSL primary provider for after-school programs at multiple school sites in the San Lorenzo area.
• New Haven Unified School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExpansion partnership adding Searles Elementary and Pioneer Elementary in Union City to meet growing demand for after-school care. Also summer learning programs.
• Golden State WarriorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJr. Warriors Basketball League partnership providing 8-week basketball program for 3rd-5th graders from 10 school sites. Games held at Bob Duey Gym.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of AmericacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational affiliation providing proven youth development programming, curricula (Summer Brain Gain, Ultimate Journey, Power Hour), safety standards, advocacy support, and access to national partnerships.
• PraesidiumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational child safety expert providing 24-hour Child Safety Hotline and safety policy guidance for BGCSL.
• San Leandro Police DepartmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for safety trainings and community engagement, including keynote speaker Lt. Antwinette Turner at Youth of the Year Awards.
• Bay Area Community Services (BACS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Bags of Hope community service project distributing 102 bags with essentials to individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Sacramento: A large BGCA affiliate in the Sacramento region running school-based after-school, summer camp, and teen programs. Comparable in scale, multi-site operating model, and reliance on district and corporate funding.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland: A fellow BGCA affiliate serving Oakland youth with after-school, summer, and teen programming through school-based and standalone Club sites. Operates in the same East Bay region and competes for the same families, district contracts, and corporate sponsors.
• YMCA of the East Bay: A regional YMCA operating after-school care, summer camps, teen leadership, and aquatics programs across Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Directly comparable in target market (working families, school-age youth), program mix, and reliance on school-district partnerships.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco: A large BGCA affiliate in the Bay Area serving thousands of youth across multiple Clubhouses and school sites. Directly comparable in mission, funding model (district contracts, galas, corporate sponsors), and program portfolio.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Alameda: A nearby BGCA affiliate serving the city of Alameda with after-school, summer, and teen programming. A direct geographic peer competing for similar donor, volunteer, and district-partner relationships in the East Bay.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula: A BGCA affiliate serving San Mateo County with school-based after-school, summer, and teen college-readiness programs. Closely mirrors BGCSL's model of school-district partnerships, teen-focused college/career programming, and corporate-backed fundraising.
• After-School All-Stars (Bay Area): A national nonprofit providing comprehensive after-school programs at public middle schools in the Bay Area. Directly comparable in target population (underserved school-age youth), district-contract funding model, and free program delivery.

Broad incumbents

• Girl Scouts of Northern California: A large regional council providing youth programming in STEM, outdoors, life skills, and leadership for girls across Northern California. Comparable in mission (youth development, leadership, life skills), regional footprint, and nonprofit funding model, though not a direct school-based program competitor.
• 4-H Youth Development Program (UC ANR): A nationally recognized youth-development program administered by the University of California, serving California youth in STEM, civic engagement, and healthy living. Comparable in mission and broad youth-development outcomes, though delivered through club-based and school enrichment models rather than BGCSL's school-site after-school model.

Regional players

• Police Activities League (PAL) of Alameda County: A regional youth-development nonprofit providing sports, mentoring, and enrichment programs for Alameda County youth. Comparable in geographic focus and youth-development mission, though smaller in scale and with a public-safety partnership orientation.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCR6P_lUr3lfy9c70oXjyctw/featured
• Facebookfacebook.com/BGCSL
• LinkedIninstagram.com/bgcsl/?hl=en
• Instagraminstagram.com/bgcsl
• Xx.com/bgcsl

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles33 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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