FAMILY SUPPORT

In 2022, BGCD’s Healthy Meals program provided nearly 80,000 free, nutritious meals and snacks to our youth from urban, low-income households. Due to the increased need in our community with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and children’s inability to access their school meals programs, we supported our families by distributing an additional 300 food boxes during February and April school vacation weeks.

“I appreciate how much Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester cares about our kids by providing healthy meals at no cost” - BGCD Parent

The powerful bond between a child and parent is at the center of BGCD’s LIFT program. As a youth organization, we recognize that the struggles of a family cannot be separated from its children. Our LIFT program offers practical strategies for parents and families to advance their economic independence while supporting their children’s development. 100% of LIFT families set and worked towards family goals.

LIFT was launched with the generous support from the Ullian Institute.