Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport

What Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport does

The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth-development organization founded in 1950 and headquartered at 1 Positive Place in Kingsport, Tennessee, with a second primary site at the Riverview Teen Center inside the V.O. Dobbins Rec Center and a third site at Reedy Pointe (Old Cloud Apartments). It serves youth ages 5–18 across Kingsport, Sullivan County, and Scott County through three core program lines: a year-round After School Program (Mon–Fri 3–7 pm), a Summer Program (May–July, 7:30 am–5:30 pm), and the Riverview Teen Center for ages 12–18, supplemented by Schools Out Days, Education & Career Development modules, and the Youth of the Year leadership program. Operational technology is limited to the MyClub Hub parent portal (registration, payments, incident reports, real-time communications) and the Remind App SMS channel; no proprietary technology, AI, or advanced digital infrastructure is described. The business model is hybrid community-nonprofit: $50 annual membership fees per child plus a separate $200 summer fee ($175 reference rate at Eastman Center), free teen-center memberships during the school year, and the majority of operating support delivered via diversified fundraising — annual memberships, individual and corporate donations through the GiveLively platform, corporate sponsorship tiers for the Sneaker Ball Annual Gala ($1,000–$20,000+), Foundation Golf Tournament entries and sponsorships ($100–$5,000), Night of Champions sports-awards sponsorships, and the Corvette Stingray raffle capped at 1,300 tickets. Reach in 2025 included 675 enrolled members, 48,000 nutritious meals served, ~340 youth sports participants, and 1,000 middle-schoolers at the Youth Leadership Summit.

Name

Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport

Legal name

Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport Inc.

Website

https://kbgc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport is a 75-year-old nonprofit youth-development organization in Kingsport, Tennessee, serving ages 5–18 with after-school, summer, teen-center, and leadership programs funded through memberships, donations, and corporate-sponsored events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Child Care Services (6244)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAJALAM

After-School Academic Support Programs (Centers & Clubs)

Education/K–12 / Primary & Secondary Education/K–12 Educational Support Services (Tutoring & Counseling)

SECONDARYEDACAHAD

Community & Nonprofit Before/After Care Programs (Early Years)

Education/Early Childhood Education/Before & After School Care (Early Years)

SECONDARYEDACAAAL

School-Age Wraparound Childcare Centers (Holiday/Break Care)

Education/Early Childhood Education/Daycare & Childcare Centers

Keywords

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

Headquarters

HQ city

Kingsport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Annual Membership Fees: One-time annual membership fees charged to families for youth to participate in after-school and summer programs. Membership is required to access Club programs.
2. Summer Program Fees: Flat per-child fees for the summer camp program. Summer membership is a separate one-time fee in addition to the annual membership.
3. Annual Gala Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorship tiers for the Sneaker Ball Annual Gala ranging from $1,000 (Table Sponsor) to $20,000+ (Title Sponsor). Sponsors receive logo recognition, reserved tables, speaking opportunities, and media exposure.
4. Corvette Raffle: Raffle tickets sold for a chance to win a 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 1LT. Limited to 1,300 tickets. All proceeds directly benefit the Club.
5. Foundation Golf Tournament: Charity golf tournament at Cattails at Meadowview Golf Course. Individual entry at $100 per player, team entry at $400 per team, and sponsorship opportunities from $1,000 to $5,000.
6. Donations and Philanthropy: Individual donations and corporate donations from community partners. The Club receives donations via GiveLively platform and through corporate partnerships.
7. Night of Champions Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorship tiers for the Night of Champions sports awards event. Champion Sponsor tier includes executive speaking opportunity, 25 reserved seats, full-page ads, and media exposure.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport provides affordable after-school care, summer day camp, and teen center programming for youth ages 5-18 in the Kingsport, Tennessee area. Core services include supervised programming, academic support, youth athletics, character and leadership development, career readiness, and nutritious meals, delivered through three sites (Eastman Center, Riverview Teen Center, and Reedy Pointe Club) via a $50 annual membership model. The Club also operates the MyClub Hub parent portal for digital registration, payments, and communication.

Product overview

The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport operates a suite of youth development programs across multiple sites (Eastman Center, Riverview Teen Center, Reedy Pointe Club) serving youth ages 5-18. The core offerings include an After School Program and Summer Program providing safe, affordable childcare with educational, recreational, and social activities. The Riverview Teen Center serves older youth with specialized programming including academic support, character development, health and wellness, and college readiness. Supporting programs include Schools Out Days care, the Youth of the Year leadership program, and Education & Career Development resources. The organization also operates major fundraising events including the Night of Champions athletic awards ceremony, Sneaker Ball Annual Gala, Corvette Raffle, and Foundation Golf Tournament. Digital services include the MyClub Hub Parent Portal for membership management and parent communications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Riverview Teen Center: Teen center at V.O. Dobbins serving students ages 12-18, providing after-school services and teen-focused programming including academic support, character development, health and wellness, and college readiness.
• MyClub Hub

Products and services

• After School Program Year-round after-school care program for youth ages 5-18 providing educational activities, meals, and supervised programming from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm during the school year. Covered by the $50 annual membership with no weekly fees.
• Summer Program Full-day summer day camp program running May through July with educational, recreational, and social activities for youth ages 5-18, including field trips, STEM programs, and nutritious meals. Flat per-child fee of $200 for the entire summer.
• Riverview Teen Center After-school program at V.O. Dobbins serving students ages 12-18 with academic support, character development, health and wellness, volunteer opportunities, and college readiness programming. Free teen membership during the regular year.
• Schools Out Days All-day childcare service provided on days when local schools are closed, aligned with the Kingsport City Schools academic calendar.
• MyClub Hub Parent Portal Online parent and guardian portal enabling membership registration, incident reports, online payments, and real-time communication about children. Accessible at bgcgreaterkingsport.my.site.com/V2.
• Sneaker Ball Annual Gala Annual fundraising gala bringing together supporters, alumni, and community partners to celebrate Club achievements, featuring live entertainment, auctions, and a sneaker competition. Corporate sponsorship tiers range from $1,000 (Table Sponsor) to $20,000+ (Title Sponsor).
• Night of Champions ESPYS-style awards ceremony recognizing high school athletes from Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, featuring keynote speakers (e.g., 2026: Grant Williams, Charlotte Hornets) and community celebration. Includes corporate sponsorship tiers from Reception Sponsor to Champion Sponsor.
• Corvette Raffle Annual raffle fundraiser offering chances to win a 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe, with limited tickets (1,300) sold to support Club programs. Drawing held at the Annual Gala.
• Foundation Golf Tournament Annual charity golf tournament hosted by the Greater Kingsport Boys & Girls Club Foundation at Cattails at Meadowview Golf Course to raise funds for scholarships and Club operations. Individual entry $100, team entry $400, sponsorships from $1,000 to $5,000.

Quantifiable outcome

• 190% growth in Club attendance since 2023, reaching 231 kids in a single day.
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Eastman (Chemical Company)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 April 2026Eastman has a longstanding partnership with the Club dating back to 2008. On Earth Day 2026, nine Eastman volunteers constructed raised garden beds and prepared the Club's greenhouse, dedicating the space as the Rosella O. Taylor Memorial Garden. Eastman employees also participate in the Club's Angel Tree holiday gift program, having donated toys, clothing, and school supplies valued at approximately $8,500 for 55 Club kids in December 2025. A volunteer (Matthew Potter) coordinates the Eastman volunteer partnership.
• Academy Sports + OutdoorscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 October 2024Academy Sports + Outdoors partnered with the Club to provide 20 deserving Club kids each with a $200 gift card shopping spree at the newly opened Academy store off Stone Drive in Kingsport on September 19, 2024. Parents, guardians, and Club staff accompanied the kids during the shopping experience.
• Eastman Chemical Company (Work-Based Learning Partnership)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2024AJ Crews, a Club alumnus and 2024 Youth of the Year, was selected for a work-based learning program at Eastman Chemical Company, demonstrating the Club's role in connecting youth with employment opportunities.
• Kingsport City SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Club works with Kingsport City Schools to provide transportation from schools (Robinson Middle School, Dobyns-Bennett High School) to Club sites via school buses. The Club follows the Kingsport City Schools academic calendar for scheduling. The Club also partners with schools for the Youth Leadership Summit, bringing 1,000 middle school students together.
• Sullivan County Schools and Scott County SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Club provides transportation for kids from Sullivan County and Scott County schools (Weber City Elementary, Sullivan Middle School, Ketron Elementary) to Club sites. The Club also provides School's Out Days care for students from these districts, with adjusted hours during Kingsport City School closures.
• Local Youth Sports Leagues and Kingsport City Parks & RecreationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Club partners with local sports leagues and the City of Kingsport to host tournaments, leagues, and clinics for over 340 kids in the community. Includes partnerships for the Charlie Bowder Football Clinic with ETSU and University of Tennessee, and attendance at the MLB Bristol Speedway Classic.
• The Social (Downtown Kingsport)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Social venue at 240 E Main St., Downtown Kingsport is the location for the Sneaker Ball Annual Gala event, serving as the Club's primary annual fundraising event venue.
• Meadowview Conference Center and ResortcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Night of Champions event is hosted at Meadowview Conference Center and Resort, 1901 Meadowview Pkwy, Kingsport, TN. This is the Club's signature athletic awards event venue.
• Cattails at Meadowview Golf CourseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCattails at Meadowview Golf Course is the venue for the annual Boys & Girls Foundation Golf Tournament, the Club's flagship charity golf fundraising event.
• United Way of Greater KingsportcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnited Way of Greater Kingsport presented at the 2025 Youth Leadership Summit, explaining how students can get involved in school and community to change their future, and provided advice on high school from local high school seniors.
• V.O. Dobbins Recreation Center (City of Kingsport)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Riverview Teen Center is housed at V.O. Dobbins Rec Center, 301 Louis St., Kingsport. The Club uses the facility's pickleball courts, parking lot, and building space. Teens can also participate in Parks & Rec programs prior to signing into the Teen Center.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington: A multi-site Boys & Girls Club affiliate serving youth in the DC metro area with after-school care, summer camps, and teen centers. Comparable because it operates multiple Club sites and uses signature fundraising events to subsidize program delivery.
• Camp Fire (formerly Camp Fire Boys and Girls): A national youth development nonprofit providing after-school, summer, and teen programs with comparable mission and local-chapter structure. Directly competes for youth development funding and partner relationships in many U.S. markets.
• Girls Inc. A national nonprofit inspiring and mentoring girls through after-school programming, summer camps, athletics, and leadership development. Strong overlap with BGCA on programmatic model and youth development outcomes, though gender-specific in audience.
• Police Athletic League (PAL): A national nonprofit network of law-enforcement-affiliated youth programs offering after-school enrichment, sports leagues, and summer camps to youth in underserved communities. Directly comparable in mission and service design to a small community Boys & Girls Club.
• Boys & Girls Club of San Antonio: One of the largest Boys & Girls Club affiliates running multiple Club sites, summer and after-school programs, athletic leagues, and youth development curricula. Direct peer sharing BGCA branding, programmatic structure, and event-driven fundraising.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee: An affiliate of Boys & Girls Clubs of America serving urban and suburban youth with after-school programming, athletics, and teen services. A direct comparably structured local Club organization with a similar mix of programs, fundraising events, and corporate sponsorships.

Regional players

• Sullivan County Department of Parks & Recreation: The local municipal parks and recreation provider offering youth sports leagues, summer camps, and after-school programming in the same geographic region as the Club. Operates V.O. Dobbins Rec Center where the Club's Riverview Teen Center is housed, making it both a partner and a partial substitute for the Club's programs.

Broad incumbents

• YMCA of the USA: The largest national nonprofit offering after-school care, summer camps, youth sports, and teen leadership programs through local Y branches. Directly comparable to a Boys & Girls Club on service mix and mission, though it is a broader multi-service organization serving all ages.
• 4-H (National 4-H Council): The largest U.S. youth development organization, delivering after-school and summer programming focused on STEM, citizenship, healthy living, and youth leadership through local clubs and extension offices. Comparable audience (ages 5-18) and outcomes-driven model.

Others

• Davidson County Community Foundation (and similar local community foundations): Local community foundations channel charitable dollars from individuals and corporations to nonprofits like the Boys & Girls Club. They are key adjacent ecosystem participants in the Club's fundraising model, particularly for events like the Sneaker Ball and Night of Champions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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