Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos

What Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos does

The Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth development organization founded in 1979, serving approximately 2,500-3,000 youth annually across 13 club sites in San Marcos, California. The Club delivers core programs including afterschool programming, summer camp, the Teen Tech Center, the Wellness Program (the first of its kind in the region, with 834 members), and the INSPIRE Girls Mentoring Program. Transportation services are offered at $160-$320 per month, and membership fees are structured at $60 per youth and $10 per teen, with summer camp at $150 per week. Operations are supported by a staff of 58 under CEO Christine Vaughan.

Revenue is generated through a diversified nonprofit model spanning individual donations, corporate partnerships and sponsorships, programmatic fees, special events, and volunteer support. Notable fundraising vehicles include the annual Golf Classic, which raised $141,325 in 2025, as well as institutional partnerships including the Zable Foundation, Rite Aid KidCents, North City/Turner, CSUSM, Palomar College, and the City of San Marcos. The organization holds a Charity Navigator 4-star rating and GuideStar Platinum transparency status, and is affiliated with the national Boys & Girls Clubs of America network.

Strategically, the Club has expanded its footprint with the 2022 openings of the Richmar neighborhood clubhouse and the Jennifer Loscher Branch clubhouse, while deepening partnerships with the San Marcos Unified School District to embed access across the K-12 system. Programmatic expansion into wellness and girls' mentoring reflects diversification beyond traditional afterschool and summer offerings, with technology used primarily as an educational enabler rather than a differentiator.

Name

Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos

Legal name

Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos

Website

https://boysgirlsclubsm.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1860

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1979 that serves 2,500-3,000 youth annually across 13 club sites with afterschool, summer camp, wellness, and mentoring programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (624110), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Mental Health, Counseling & Wellbeing (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAK), After-School Enrichment & Activities Facilitation (Arts/STEM/Clubs) (HSAAAHAD), Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps) (MPAKAJAA)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• Afterschool programs
• Youth mentorship services
• Community youth services
• STEM education programs

Headquarters

HQ city

San Marcos

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Tax-deductible charitable donations from individuals supporting youth programs and operations.
2. Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors support events and programs including golf tournament presenting sponsor ($141,325 raised in 2025), annual auction, and ongoing program sponsorships. Each $1 invested generates up to $32 in community impact.
3. Program Membership Fees: Annual membership fees: $60 for youth (grades 1-12), $10 for high school teens. Transportation program: $160/month (after-school only), $320/month (before and after school). Summer day camp: $150/week.
4. Special Events Revenue: Annual fundraising events including Jeff Ritchie Memorial Golf Classic, Annual Auction, Flapjacks for Backpacks, and Giving Day generate program funding.
5. Rite Aid KidCents Program: Round-up donations from Rite Aid purchases through KidCents program.
6. Volunteer Support: Volunteers provide program delivery support at no cost, with background checks at $25 per volunteer.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos operates a multi-site youth development organization serving youth ages 6-18 across 13 Club sites in San Marcos, California. The core offering is a portfolio of afterschool and summer programs including academic support, STEM education at the Best Buy Teen Tech Center powered by Sony, mental health counseling through the Wellness Program, leadership development, career preparation, sports and recreation, and transportation services to and from local schools.

Product overview

Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos operates as a multi-site youth development organization offering a portfolio of programs primarily serving youth ages 6-18 at 13 club sites throughout San Marcos, California. The core offering is its Afterschool Programs providing academic support, enrichment activities, and mentorship. Key programs include the Best Buy Teen Tech Center (powered by Sony) providing technology education, the Wellness Program for mental health support, and summer day camps. The organization also offers specialized youth development programs including Leaders in Training (LIT), Keystone Club, Torch Club, Power Hour, Career Pathways, Money Matters, Triple Play, SMART Girls, Passport to Manhood, and INSPIRE. Fundraising programs include the Annual Auction, Jeff Ritchie Memorial Golf Classic, Flapjacks for Backpacks, and Adopt-a-Family. Supporting services include transportation, the Parent Portal (MyClubHub), and scholarships through the Great Futures Scholarship Fund.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Best Buy Teen Tech Center powered by Sony: Teen technology center featuring state-of-the-art software and equipment for teens ages 13-18 to explore and collaborate with technology through project-based learning, including sound studio, 3D printers, laser engraver, vinyl cutters, and high-powered computers.
• The Club Teen Center
• Jennifer Loscher Branch
• Walter J. & Betty C. Zable Foundation Branch
• Heritage Club

Products and services

• Afterschool Programs

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of Club seniors committed to post-secondary plans (university, community college, trade school, or military)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• EDCO Waste & Recycling ServicescoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Presenting sponsor of the Jeff Ritchie Memorial Golf Classic 2025. Major annual fundraising event raised $141,325 for Club programs.
• Hunter IndustriescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLong-standing corporate partner with rebranded corporate social responsibility focused on sustainability and social impact. Top sponsor of Flapjacks for Backpacks for three consecutive years, rallying 30+ employees as volunteers.
• TrueCareminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured partner and sponsor of Club events.
• Cox CommunicationsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Flapjacks for Backpacks Back-to-School Fair providing community resources and school supplies.
• Best BuycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner providing Teen Tech Center technology, equipment, and funding through Best Buy Foundation. Enables teens ages 13-18 to explore technology through project-based learning.
• SonycoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner powering the Best Buy Teen Tech Center with state-of-the-art software and equipment.
• The Clubhouse NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal network of 100+ Clubhouses in 21 countries providing 25,000 youth annual access to technology resources, skills, and mentorship experiences. Supports BGCSM Teen Tech Center operations.
• Rite AidminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKidCents program allows customers to round up Rite Aid purchases to benefit the Club. Part of Rite Aid Healthy Futures initiative.
• San Marcos Unified School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides bus transportation for Transportation Program. Operates Summer Food Service Program providing free breakfast and lunch to camp participants.
• Kaiser PermanenteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Annual Auction and Golf Classic events.
• California State University San Marcos (CSUSM)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partner providing volunteers and support for Club events and programs.
• Palomar CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational institution partner supporting Club programs and events.
• City of San MarcoscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity partnered with Club to create new clubhouse in Richmar neighborhood. Partner on community initiatives and emergency services.
• San Marcos Sheriff's StationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal law enforcement partnership for child safety and community security coordination.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational organization providing program frameworks, safety standards, training, and national brand recognition. Convenes National Child Safety Advisory Task Force and Blue Ribbon Task Force.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National federation and parent organization of Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos. Operates the same youth development model, program curricula (Power Hour, Triple Play, Keystone, Torch Club), brand standards, and safety frameworks across 1,100+ U.S. clubs; comparable as governing umbrella.

Direct peers

• Police Activities League (PAL): National network of law-enforcement-affiliated youth organizations offering afterschool programs, sports leagues, mentoring, and summer camps for at-risk K-12 youth. Comparable operating model and target demographic in many U.S. communities.
• 4-H Youth Development Program (UC ANR): Youth development organization offering STEM, leadership, civic engagement, and life-skill programs to K-12 youth nationwide through school and community clubs. Comparable mission, audience, and program framework (club-based model).
• Girl Scouts San Diego: Local council delivering youth development programming (STEM, outdoor, leadership, life skills) to K-12 girls across San Diego County. Competes for youth member enrollment, school-based recruitment, and corporate sponsorship dollars.
• After-School All-Stars: National nonprofit providing free comprehensive afterschool programs to youth in underserved communities, including STEM, sports, and college/career readiness. Operates school-based sites serving K-12 populations comparable to BGCSM's core audience.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of San Diego County: Federation-level peer overseeing multiple Boys & Girls Club chapters in San Diego County including San Marcos. Runs identical afterschool, summer camp, teen, and youth development programming; closest direct comparable in mission and geography.
• YMCA of San Diego County: Regional nonprofit offering afterschool care, summer camps, youth sports, swim instruction, and teen leadership programs across San Diego County. Directly competes for families, school district partnerships, and corporate donors in the same geography.

Emerging players

• Khan Lab School / Khan Academy (educational enrichment reference): Online free educational platform serving K-12 with enrichment in STEM, college prep, and career exploration. Comparable mission area in supplemental youth academic/college-readiness programming though delivered digitally rather than at physical club sites.

Others

• San Diego County Office of Education - Expanded Learning Programs: Public-sector entity funding and coordinating afterschool and summer enrichment programs across San Diego County school districts, including ASES and 21st CCLC grants that compete with and support nonprofit afterschool providers like BGCSM.

Regional players

• Boys & Girls Club of Vista: Neighboring Boys & Girls Club affiliate in Vista, CA operating the same youth development programs in a nearby North San Diego County city. Directly comparable chapter with similar afterschool, summer camp, and teen offerings.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/boysgirlsclubsm
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/boysgirlsclubsm

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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