Our Region

A wider reach for greater impact

Anchored in the heart of the Queen City and expanding across East Charlotte and Mint Hill, we serve the dynamic Charlotte-Mecklenburg community—home to a growing population and limitless potential. Through our deep partnership with local schools, we are building a future where every child rises.

  • 14%-30% child poverty across Charlotte neighborhoods

  • Child poverty remains high in Mecklenburg County (14.3%), with rates in East Charlotte and Mint Hill pockets exceeding 30%.

Our STATE by the numbers

Our region by the numbers

  • 664,000 Children: The number of NC youth waiting for an afterschool spot but unable to access one.

  • 4 to 1 Ratio: For every child in an afterschool program in NC, 4 more are waiting for a spot.

  • 92% of Parents: Agree that afterschool programs are essential for them to keep their jobs and stay in the workforce.

Our COUNTRY by the numbers

  • Academic Success: Club members are 2x more likely to say they enjoy learning new things than their peers.

  • Graduate Ready: 97% of Club teens expect to graduate high school, and 81% report earning mostly A's and B's.

  • Community Impact: Every $1 invested in a Boys & Girls Club creates $10.32 in long-term economic benefits for the community.

  • Resilience:77% of youth who attend a Club are more likely to stand up for what is right, even when their friends disagree.

The Atlast Project →

How We Show Up.

In this region, we don’t just add programs — we build community. Our approach includes:

  • Operating Club sites in neighborhoods where access to safe, high-quality afterschool experiences is most needed.

  • Partnering with families and schools to ensure every young person has a supportive environment for intentional skill development.

  • Empowering youth as co-creators of their own experiences, helping them take control of their learning through academic support, STEM, arts, and leadership.

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