Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club, Inc.

What Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club, Inc. does

Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth development organization operating as part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) network in Greater New Haven, Connecticut. It was formed from the July 1, 2022 merger of the Boys Club of New Haven (founded 1871) and the Boys Club of Wallingford (founded 1963), with the North Haven clubhouse added in 2019. The organization operates three primary clubhouses (253 Columbus Ave, New Haven; 211 Montowese Ave, North Haven; 72 Grand St, Wallingford) plus five school-based sites, serving nearly 1,600 youth annually with approximately 500 daily during the school year and 350 daily in summer.

Programs are delivered through the standardized BGCA portfolio, including Project Learn (academic enrichment), Triple Play (health and fitness), SMART Girls and Passport to Manhood (gender-specific mentoring), Money Matters (financial literacy), Diplomas to Degrees (college access), and Youth of the Year (leadership recognition). The technology layer consists of the BGCA-licensed MyFuture digital literacy platform, LEGO BricQ Motion robotics kits sourced through the NBCUniversal/Comcast partnership, and Full Swing virtual sports simulators. Self-reported developmental outcomes include 98% of members feeling accepted, 96% believing adults are confident in their success, and 88% reporting they can talk to an adult when needed.

Revenue is generated from three streams: household membership fees ($150/month K-5, $30/month middle school, variable summer camp pricing, with financial assistance through Care 4 Kids and club subsidies), philanthropic fundraising (Great Give 2025 raised $103,262 from 339 donors; annual Golf Classic contributes $37K-$45K; corporate and foundation grants from Liberty Bank Foundation, Price Rite/Feed the Children, Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, Ulbrich Stainless Steels, and others), and contracted program revenue from the City of New Haven, United Way, and area school systems. The board is chaired by Daryl Jones, with Chris Ulbrich of the founding donor family in a director role; Tameika G. Miller was appointed CEO on October 30, 2024.

Name

Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club, Inc.

Legal name

Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club, Inc.

Website

https://www.bgcgnh.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1871

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) youth development nonprofit operating three clubhouses and multiple school-based sites across Greater New Haven, Connecticut, serving nearly 1,600 youth annually through afterschool care, summer camp, academic enrichment, and leadership programs within the Boys & Girls Clubs of America network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (624110)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

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

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• Afterschool care programs
• Summer camp services
• Youth leadership development
• Academic enrichment programs

Headquarters

HQ city

New Haven

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Monthly school year memberships billed to families: $150/month for single child, $250/month for 2 siblings, $300/month for 3 siblings. Middle school membership $30/month. Summer camps charged weekly at varying rates.
2. Donations and Grants: Tax-deductible donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The Great Give 2025 raised $103,262 from 339 donors. Golf Classic events raise $37,000-$45,000 annually. Liberty Bank Foundation provided grant for academic support programs.
3. Sponsorship Packages: Corporate sponsorship packages for events (Youth of the Year, Golf Classic) and ongoing club support. Sponsors receive visibility and brand exposure to Greater New Haven community.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club, Inc. operates the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater New Haven, a nonprofit youth development organization that delivers afterschool programs (K-8), full-day summer camps, leadership clubs (Keystone, Torch), academic enrichment (Project Learn, Diplomas to Degrees), health and wellness programs (Triple Play), digital literacy and robotics, and sports/recreation. The organization serves nearly 1,600 youth annually across three clubhouses in New Haven, North Haven, and Wallingford, Connecticut, plus school-based sites. Memberships are billed monthly to families, with financial assistance available.

Product overview

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater New Haven (BGCGNH), formed from the 2022 merger of the Boys & Girls Club of New Haven and Ulbrich Boys & Girls Clubs, operates a unified portfolio of youth development programs serving nearly 1,600 youth annually across three locations in New Haven, North Haven, and Wallingford, Connecticut. The core offering consists of K-8 After School Programs and Summer Camp Programs as the foundational services, supplemented by age-specific teen programming including Keystone Club (high school leadership), Torch Club (middle school leadership), Teen Club/Teen Nights, and Counselors-in-Training. Academic enrichment is delivered through Project Learn and Diplomas to Degrees, while health and wellness programming includes Triple Play and SMART Girls. The organization also offers specialized programming in sports and recreation, financial literacy (Money Matters: Make It Count), digital literacy (MyFuture), robotics, and the signature Youth of the Year recognition program. Programs are delivered at dedicated Clubhouse locations and partner school sites, with a Parent Portal for membership management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MyFuture Digital Literacy Program Part of BGCA's Digital Literacy Essentials initiative providing hands-on experiences for elementary students (K-5) to develop technological skills through digital literacy, computer science, and media creation, with certifications as students progress.
• Robotics Program (Middle School) Weekly robotics program for middle school students (grades 6-8) teaching advanced problem-solving, coding, and collaboration through robot design, building, and programming sessions using LEGO BricQ Motion kits.
• After School Programs (K-8) Afterschool care programs for children in Kindergarten through 8th grade, operating from school dismissal until 6:00 PM on weekdays, with transportation provided from local schools to Club locations in New Haven, North Haven, and Wallingford.
• Summer Camp Programs All-day summer camp programs for elementary and middle school students running from early morning until late afternoon across three clubhouse locations, with separate weekly enrollment required.
• Keystone Club BGCA national program for high school students (ages 14-18) providing leadership development focused on academic success, career preparation, and community service.
• Torch Club BGCA program for middle school students (ages 11-13) focused on developing leadership skills and peer relationships through interactive activities and community service.
• Teen Club / Teen Nights High school-specific programming offering workforce development activities, college readiness, soft skills building, career exploration, and Open Club Nights.
• Project Learn Evidence-based academic enrichment program reinforcing school engagement through homework help, tutoring, reading and writing enrichment, and cognitive skill-building activities.
• Triple Play Comprehensive health and wellness program improving the overall health of members ages 6-18 by increasing daily physical activity, teaching good nutrition, and helping develop healthy relationships.
• SMART Girls Health, fitness, prevention/education, and self-esteem enhancement program for girls ages 8-17.
• Passport to Manhood Program teaching responsibility to boys ages 11-14 with sessions focusing on specific aspects of character through highly interactive activities.
• Money Matters: Make It Count Financial literacy program teaching teens how to set goals, budget, save, and invest through staff-led sessions and engaging digital tools and games.
• Diplomas to Degrees College readiness program guiding Club members toward high school graduation and post-secondary education and career success.
• Sports & Recreation Programs Various sports programs including basketball clinics, travel/AAU basketball, biddy basketball, and general athletic activities promoting physical fitness and teamwork.
• Youth of the Year Program The highest honor a teen can receive within the Boys & Girls Club movement, recognizing young people for outstanding character, academic success, leadership, and community service with scholarship opportunities.
• Counselors-in-Training (CIT) Program Workforce development program for high school students offering training and paid work experience as junior counselors at summer camps, including sessions on social-emotional development, financial literacy, resume creation, and interviewing.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% of youth feel accepted at the Club
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

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

• Liberty Bank FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 August 2025Liberty Bank Foundation provided a grant to support tutoring and academic enrichment programs at the New Haven Clubhouse, specifically funding Project Learn - a national evidence-based program that helps youth overcome barriers to academic success.
• Wallingford Family YMCAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership to expand teen programming in Wallingford. Recognizing space limitations at YMCA's Friday night programs, BGCGNH's Ulbrich-Wallingford Clubhouse offers additional Friday night programming to serve more teens.
• New Haven Tutoring InitiativecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership providing personalized academic assistance to strengthen Project Learn program and meet each student's unique academic needs.
• PraesidiumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025National partnership providing 24-hour toll-free Child Safety Hotline (866-607-SAFE) for confidential reporting of incidents or safety concerns. Leading national safety expert supporting child safety policies.
• Albertus Magnus CollegeminorOthers · 1 January 2025Provides venue for Youth of the Year celebration events at their campus in New Haven.
• Community Foundation for Greater New HavencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Organizer of The Great Give, a 36-hour online giving event. BGCGNH participates annually, raising over $100,000 in 2025 through this platform.
• Price Rite Feed the ChildrencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2024Feed the Children program combatting childhood hunger by providing nutritious meals, backpacks with school supplies, and food assistance. Provided 288 backpacks filled with supplies for BGCGNH families.
• Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.flagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Major corporate sponsor powering the Ulbrich-North Haven and Ulbrich-Wallingford Clubhouses. President/CEO Chris Ulbrich serves on the Board of Directors. Named in honor of Fred Ulbrich Jr. since 1995.
• NBCUniversal ComcastcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership to deliver innovative programs enhancing digital literacy and promoting digital equity. Supports MyFuture program for elementary students and Robotics program for middle schoolers.
• Calcagni Real EstateflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Host of annual Calcagni Golf Classic fundraiser, raising $37,000 in 2024 and $45,000+ in 2025. One of the organization's largest annual fundraising events.
• City of New HavencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partnership for providing youth programming. City supports club operations and programming through collaborative community initiatives.
• United Way of Greater New HavencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partnership providing hundreds of members with personalized academic support through volunteer tutoring programs.
• Quinnipiac University America Reads ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023University volunteers provide tutoring support to BGCGNH members through the America Reads program.
• Beaumont FarmminorOthersDonated 30 pumpkins for fall activities across BGCGNH club sites, supporting community engagement activities.
• Extra Gems Event RentalsminorOthersProvided popcorn and snow cone machines for New Haven end-of-year carnival celebration.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: The national parent organization of the Boys & Girls Club movement. BGCGNH is an affiliate club, sharing identical program models, branding, and national partnerships — making BGCA the institutional incumbent and definitional peer.

Direct peers

• YMCA of Greater New Haven: Direct local competitor offering afterschool care, summer camps, teen programming, and youth sports across the same Greater New Haven geography. Targets overlapping families with similar membership-based service bundles.
• Boys & Girls Club of Hartford: Connecticut-based Boys & Girls Club affiliate operating the same evidence-based program portfolio (Project Learn, Triple Play, Keystone) for youth across the Hartford region — most direct in-state comparable.
• Boys & Girls Club of Stamford: Another Connecticut BGC affiliate delivering afterschool, summer camp, and teen leadership programming with the same national BGCA program backbone — closest model peer in CT.
• Boys & Girls Club of Waterbury: In-state Connecticut BGC affiliate offering parallel youth development services including afterschool programming and sports leagues — same funding mix (membership + fundraising + grants) and demographic focus.
• Boys & Girls Club of Bridgeport: Urban Connecticut BGC affiliate serving a similar working-family demographic with afterschool, summer, and teen programs — directly comparable mission and operating model.
• Boys & Girls Club of Bristol: Smaller-scale Connecticut BGC affiliate operating with the same national program portfolio — useful benchmark for unit economics and fundraising efficiency at BGCGNH's scale.
• Wallingford Family YMCA: Already a BGCGNH partner for teen programming in Wallingford; offers overlapping youth services (afterschool, teen nights) in the same town and is both collaborator and competitor for the same member families.
• Police Athletic League (PAL): National network of youth-serving organizations offering athletic, educational, and enrichment programming to at-risk youth — same target demographic (urban/suburban youth, ages 5–18) and similar sports/recreation-led program mix.

Emerging players

• After-School All-Stars: National nonprofit providing comprehensive afterschool programming for youth in underserved communities. Shares the same mission, target demographic, and out-of-school-time programming focus as BGCGNH, though operating model is school-embedded rather than clubhouse-based.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/bgcgreaternewhaven
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bgcgreaternewhaven
• Instagraminstagram.com/bgcgreaternewhaven

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Profiles7 records

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