Our Commitment To Child Safety

Child Safety Is Job No. 1

Since the very first Club opened in 1944 with the purpose of giving local kids a safe place to go, safety has been the No. 1 priority of Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley.

After all, safety is where it all begins. Our data shows that environments that are safe, positive, and inclusive are essential for young people’s development. When kids feel safe, they’re empowered to learn, connect with their peers, and explore their interests. At Boys & Girls Clubs, kids and teens can rely on a safe, consistent and welcoming environment where they can focus on what’s most important—being a kid.

The landscape of youth safety has drastically changed in our 79-year history. From public health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic to the Internet’s impact on bullying and selfesteem, kids face new threats to their stability and well-being each day.

To meet the evolving safety needs of kids, families and communities, Boys & Girls Clubs works continuously to enhance safety policies, practices and trainings to ensure youth are safe and protected. Providing safe spaces for young people is our No. 1 job.