Boys & Girls Clubs Of Monterey County

The Health & Well-Being Initiative promotes wellness of youth and families. Targeted programs within the Healthy & Well-Being Initiative focus on prevention, with an emphasis on nutrition education, avoidance of risky behaviors, self awareness, recreation and teaching youth how to navigate through sensitive social situations. Emotional wellness check ins for youth occurred weekly throughout the school year of 2023-24, in person at the club facilities as well as through online afternoon programs. Utilizing the Skills Mastery and Resistance Training (SMART) Moves emotional wellness curriculum and other activities, BGCMC encouraged youth to maintain journals, communicate regularly with trusted individuals, and understand the benefits of meditation and yoga.

The Character & Leadership Initiative develops strong leaders and encourages youth to become community-minded individuals, engaged and informed. BGCMC staff consistently model good character and encourage youth to make positive choices and serve others. Youth of the Month and Youth of the Year programs emphasize servant leadership, community involvement and public service. Members receive public recognition and a platform to champion important initiatives. Youth of the Year is a BGCA program that shines light on the impact Boys & Girls Clubs have on America's youth locally and nationally.