MISSION STATEMENT
The Boys & Girls Clubs of King County exist to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.
THE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY
Successful character development
Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling:
A SENSE OF COMPETENCE
the feeling there is something boys and girls can do and do well.
A SENSE OF USEFULNESS
the opportunity to do something of value for other people.
A SENSE OF BELONGING
a setting where an individual knows he or she has a place and where he or she "fits" and is accepted.
A SENSE OF POWER OF INFLUENCE
a chance to be heard and to influence decisions
When this strategy is fully implemented, the self-esteem of girls and boys is enhanced and an environment is created which helps them achieve their full potential.