Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii

What Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii does

Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii (BGCH) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth development organization founded in 1976 and affiliated with Boys & Girls Clubs of America. It operates 9 clubhouses across Oahu (Spalding Honolulu, Hale Pono Ewa Beach, Windward Kailua, Waianae, NFL YET Nanakuli, and Nanakuli Teen Center) and Kauai (Kapa'a, Lihue, West Kauai, St. Theresa Kekaha), serving more than 15,000 youth ages 7-17 annually through after-school, intersession, and summer programs. Core service areas are Character and Leadership Development, Education and Career Development, Health and Life Skills, Sports/Fitness/Recreation (including the recently launched BGCH Sports Leagues 2025/2026), and Arts and Culture.

BGCH delivers programming through owned clubhouses and A+ school-based sites partnered with the Hawaii Department of Education, with delivery supported entirely by third-party SaaS: Bloomerang for donor CRM, KidTraks for member enrollment, Qgiv for online donations and event registration, SimpleTexting for staff SMS, and Google Analytics for web measurement. No proprietary platform, mobile application, or AI/ML capability is in evidence; the technology layer is conventional nonprofit infrastructure.

Revenue is diversified across individual donations, monthly giving (Bright Futures Club), planned gifts (Great Futures Legacy Society), corporate sponsorships (Southwest Airlines, Ross Dress for Less, Bank of Hawaii, Kamehameha Schools, Aulani, First Hawaiian Bank, Central Pacific Bank, Hawaiian Electric, Hawaii Pacific Health), private foundation grants (Atherton Family Foundation, Harold K L Castle Foundation, Queen Liliuokalani Trust, Variety the Children's Charity, Aloha United Way), signature fundraising events (Champions of Honolulu, Legacy 'Aha 'Aina, Kauai Classic, Hale Pono Golf Tournament, Sunset on the Beach), and modest annual membership fees of $25 for youth and $10 for teens. The organization self-reports a $9.60 social return per dollar invested and 99% of members on track to graduate high school on time. Founded and currently led by President & CEO Paddy Kauhane with approximately 98 employees, BGCH is approaching its 50th Anniversary in 2026.

Name

Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii

Legal name

Boys & Girls Clubs of Hawaii

Website

https://bgch.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that operates 9 youth development clubhouses across Oahu and Kauai, serving more than 15,000 youth ages 7-17 annually through after-school, sports, education, leadership, and arts programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

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

Club Sports Programs (EDALAIAB), Leadership, Debate & Model UN Camps (EDAMALAK)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• After-school programs
• Community youth services
• Child recreation programs
• Nonprofit youth services

Headquarters

HQ city

Honolulu

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees provide minimal revenue but ensure accessible participation for families. Youth membership is $25/year and teen membership is $10/year, keeping programs affordable while generating modest ongoing revenue.
2. Individual Donations: Direct donations from individuals through the website, mail, and phone. Monthly giving program (Bright Futures Club) and one-time gifts. Donors can give directly or sponsor specific youth memberships.
3. Corporate Sponsorships: Partnerships with Hawaii businesses provide significant funding through event sponsorships, program support, and in-kind donations. Major sponsors include Southwest Airlines, Ross Dress for Less, Bank of Hawaii, and numerous other corporate partners.
4. Fundraising Events: Annual signature events including golf tournaments, galas, and community celebrations. Revenue generated through ticket sales, sponsorships, auctions, and donations during events.
5. Planned Giving: Legacy giving program (Great Futures Legacy Society) accepting bequests, charitable gift annuities, IRA beneficiary designations, and other planned gifts. Estate planning resources provided to donors.
6. Foundation Grants: Funding from private foundations including Atherton Family Foundation, Harold K L Castle Foundation, and others supporting specific programs and operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii operates 9-10 youth clubhouses across the Hawaiian islands of Oahu and Kauai, delivering after-school and summer youth development programming to more than 15,000 youth annually. Programs are structured around five core areas: character & leadership development, education & career development, health & life skills, sports/fitness/recreation, and arts & culture. Membership is offered at an affordable flat annual fee with financial assistance available.

Product overview

Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii operates as a nonprofit youth development organization offering a portfolio of programs and services through 10 clubhouse locations across Oahu and Kauai. The organization provides five core program areas: Character and Leadership Development (including Torch Club, Leaders In Training, and Youth of the Year), Education and Career Development (Power Hour, STEM, tutoring, college prep), Health and Life Skills, Sports/Fitness/Recreation (including BGCH Sports Leagues), and Arts and Culture. Additional services include scholarship programs, A+ school-based sites, and donor engagement programs (Bright Futures Club monthly giving and Great Futures Legacy Society planned giving). The organization serves youth ages 7-17 with an annual membership fee of $25 for youth and $10 for teens.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• After-School & Summer Youth Development Programs Structured youth development programming for youth ages 7-17 covering character & leadership, education & career development, health & life skills, sports/fitness/recreation, and arts & culture, delivered through physical clubhouses on Oahu and Kauai.
• Annual Youth Membership Flat-rate annual membership providing youth ages 7-17 access to all Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii clubhouses and programs for $25 per year, with financial assistance available for families unable to pay.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% of BGCH members are on track to graduate high school on time
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Southwest AirlinesflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 June 2024Southwest Airlines is a key partner supporting BGCH programs including What's Next and Youth of the Year. They sponsor the Sunset on the Beach movie screening series at Queen's Beach in Waikiki where BGCH is honored on the Heart for Hawaii Wall. Southwest has transcended the role of a company to become a symbol of hope and promise for Hawaii's keiki.
• Ross Dress for LesscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 February 2020Ross Stores partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs of America including BGCH for the 'Help Local Kids Learn' in-store giving campaign. The annual campaign provides funds to support local youth development programs at BGCH clubhouses.
• Bank of HawaiicoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor corporate sponsor and foundation supporter. Bank of Hawaii provides financial support, volunteer engagement, and serves on the Board of Directors through Ryan Kuniyuki (Treasurer) and Ronald C.M. Chang (Branch Board Representative).
• American Savings BankcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate partner with representation on Board of Directors (Danielle Aiu). Supports BGCH through financial contributions and employee volunteer programs.
• Kamehameha SchoolscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor community partner supporting BGCH programs. Board Chair Jeff Pauker represents Kamehameha Schools on the BGCH Board of Directors. Kamehameha Schools is a key supporter of youth development in Hawaii.
• Aulani, A Disney Resort & SpacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate partner providing support for BGCH programs. Jocelyn Gabriel serves on the BGCH Board and Nathaniel Rhodes serves as Branch Board Representative for Hale Pono.
• First Hawaiian BankcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor with representation through Mark Suiso (Branch Board Representative for Waianae) and other supporters. Provides financial contributions and volunteer engagement.
• AVP (Association of Volleyball Professionals)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAVP professional volleyball players conduct clinics for BGCH members, including Hawaii-born Lea Hunt. Programs teach volleyball skills to children who may be handling the sport for the first time while providing positive mentorship.
• Hawaii Pacific HealthcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerHealthcare system partner with representation through Peter Lewis (Board of Directors) and Libby Defries (Alliance Board). Supports BGCH health and wellness programs.
• NFL (National Football League)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerNFL supports the NFL Youth Education Town (YET) Center at Nanakuli Clubhouse. Partnership provides funding, programming support, and brand recognition for the BGCH teen center.
• Hawaiian Electric CompanycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerUtility company partner with Ray Higa serving as Branch Board Representative for NFL YET Hawaii-Nanakuli. Supports BGCH through charitable contributions and employee volunteer programs.
• Queen Liliuokalani TrustcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerTrust supporting Native Hawaiian children provides grants and program support for BGCH services to Hawaii's youth.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Aloha United Way: Hawaii's primary United Way affiliate coordinating workplace giving campaigns that benefit BGCH as a designated nonprofit (AUW #96110). Comparable as ecosystem participant and funding intermediary rather than direct service provider.

Direct peers

• YMCA of Honolulu: YMCA of Honolulu operates youth development, after-school, sports, and recreation programs across Oahu with membership-based access. Most directly comparable to BGCH in serving Hawaii youth with fee-based memberships and multi-site club/facility model.
• Boys & Girls Club of Greater Washington: Large regional BGCA chapter serving youth across Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Comparable as a similarly scaled regional BGCA affiliate with multi-site clubhouse operations, corporate partnerships, and youth development programming.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii: Hawaii chapter of national youth mentoring nonprofit serving keiki through one-on-one mentoring relationships. Comparable in target demographic (Hawaii youth), mission (positive youth development), and donor-dependent nonprofit model.

Broad incumbents

• Catholic Charities Hawaii: Large Hawaii social services nonprofit offering youth programs, counseling, and family services statewide. Comparable as a Hawaii-based nonprofit serving vulnerable youth and families with similar diversified funding model.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National parent organization overseeing 5,000+ club locations across the U.S. Provides BGCH with brand, programming frameworks, safety standards, and national fundraising partnerships. Comparable as the umbrella network for all local BGCA chapters including BGCH.
• Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands: Operates youth programs, after-school services, and community centers across Hawaii. Comparable as a multi-island Hawaii nonprofit serving youth and families through facility-based programs and donor-funded operations.

Emerging players

• Kamehameha Schools: Major private Hawaiian institution providing education and youth development programs for Native Hawaiian children. Comparable in Hawaii youth focus and Board-level overlap with BGCH, though operating more as an educational institution than youth club.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCGHYSduvl1mOlVBw-rkLP5w
• Facebookfacebook.com/BGCH808
• Instagraminstagram.com/bgch808
• Xx.com/bgch

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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