COMMUNITY IMPACT REPORT2018

OF WASHINGTON STATE

What is the Washington State Association?The Association is a collaboration of 19 independent member organizations located in Washington. Altogether we serve over 76,655 Club members in 138 Club sites across 21 counties. The Association drives collective impact for all Clubs in Washington. The Association exists to deepen the impact and mission of Boys & Girls Clubs in communities across Washington through communication, resource development and collaboration. The Association has three strategic priorities: High Impact Programs, Mobilization of Stakeholders, and Sustainable Funding.

PROGRAMSBoys & Girls Clubs are open after school and during the summer to provide children and teens with a safe place to go where they can connect with caring adults. Professional staff and volunteers use a combination of locally developed programs and those developed and tested nationally by Boys & Girls Clubs of America in the following Program Impact Areas: Academic Success, Character & Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles.

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MissionTo enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Academic Success

NEW ECONOMIC IMPACT STUDY RESULTS!

For every $1 SPENT Washington Clubs generate $12.30 OF POSITIVE ECONOMIC IMPACTS in their local community.

Eisenberg, D., Hutton, D.W. 2015. Estimating the return on investment for Boys & Girls Clubs. Report from the Institute for Social Research and School of Public Health, University of Michigan. Ann Arbor, MI.

Good Character & Citizenship

Healthy Lifestyles

of Alumni say the Club helped them develop a sense of responsibility to give back to the community

91%

of Alumni say they participated in recreation and exercise at the Club

96%

of Alumni say the Club helped them graduate from high school

86%FORMULA FOR IMPACT

YOUNG PEOPLE WHO NEED US MOST

OUTCOME-DRIVENCLUB EXPERIENCE

PRIORITY OUTCOMESAND INDICATORS=+

4% 72% 24%

5 & underyears old

5-12 years old

13-18 years old

Girls - 44% Boys - 56%

2.3MHealthy Snacksor Meals Served 27%

Single Parent Households

Avg. Daily Attendance13,759

Hispanic/Latino

Caucasian

Native American

Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian

African American

Asian

Multi-Racial

51%

17%

11%

8%

7%

5%1%

138 sites

6,943Volunteers

21 Washington counties

Be an engaged citizen involved in the community, register to vote and model strong character

Graduate from high school ready for college, trade school, military or employment

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES

GOOD CHARACTER & CITIZENSHIP

ACADEMIC SUCCESSOUR IMPACT: GLOBALLY COMPETITIVE GRADUATES

ON TRACK TO GRADUATE PERFORM BETTER IN SCHOOL GOALS FOR THE FUTURE

94%

CONNECTED & EMPOWERED

Source: 2016 National Survey of Children’s Health Source: 2017 National Youth Outcomes Initiative

OUR IMPACT: 21ST CENTURY LEADERS

”I stand up for what is right,even if my friends disagree.“

PRODUCTIVE & RESPONSIBLESTRONG MORAL CODE

Physical Activity 5+ days Abstention from Sexual Activity Abstention from Drinking

Why is volunteering important?

Youth who volunteer are more likely to vote, have more socially responsible attitudes, and to have better work ethics as adults.

WHAT WE DOTHE NEEDIn 2016, 72% of 6th graders in WA did not meet the recommendations for 60 minutes of physical activity 7 days a week.

Our programs build protective factors in youth which nurture their well-being. Club members develop problem solving skills, learn healthy eating and exercise habits, and benefit from prevention activities.

WHAT WE DOTHE NEED23% of WA state students in grades 6 through 10 reported being bullied in 2016.

Our leadership and volunteer programs empower youth to foster integrity and good character, make great life choices, and believe they can make positive change in their communities.

WHAT WE DOTHE NEED1 in 5 young people in WA state fail to graduate from high school on time.

Source: WA state OSPI

Our educational programs help ensure youth will be successful in school, keep them learning throughout the summer months, and prepare them to be globally competitive graduates.

of highly engaged Washington Club teens are at grade level in school, have a low absenteeism rate, have passing grades & high expectations

80%of highly engaged Club youth earn mostly A’s & B’s in school

85%of WA Club youth have expectations of post-secondary education

85%of highly engaged Club youth show concern for and make a difference in their community

100% of WA Club of highly engaged Club youth say: 73% of Club youth in WA volunteered

in their community at least once a year

43% of WA youth volunteer

OUR IMPACT: A HEALTHIER GENERATION

Why is on-time graduation important?

Youth who do not graduate on-time are at risk to drop out of

diminishing their chances to secure a good job, earn a decent salary and have a promising future.

Youth Risk Behavior Survey (WA Club youth) Youth Risk Behavior Survey (US youth)

61%49%

77%59%

90%67%

Be an engaged citizen involved in the community, register to vote and model strong character

Graduate from high school ready for college, trade school, military or employment

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES

GOOD CHARACTER & CITIZENSHIP

ACADEMIC SUCCESSOUR IMPACT: GLOBALLY COMPETITIVE GRADUATES

ON TRACK TO GRADUATE PERFORM BETTER IN SCHOOL GOALS FOR THE FUTURE

94%

CONNECTED & EMPOWERED

Source: 2016 National Survey of Children’s Health Source: 2017 National Youth Outcomes Initiative

OUR IMPACT: 21ST CENTURY LEADERS

”I stand up for what is right,even if my friends disagree.“

PRODUCTIVE & RESPONSIBLESTRONG MORAL CODE

Physical Activity 5+ days Abstention from Sexual Activity Abstention from Drinking

Why is volunteering important?

Youth who volunteer are more likely to vote, have more socially responsible attitudes, and to have better work ethics as adults.

WHAT WE DOTHE NEEDIn 2016, 72% of 6th graders in WA did not meet the recommendations for 60 minutes of physical activity 7 days a week.

Our programs build protective factors in youth which nurture their well-being. Club members develop problem solving skills, learn healthy eating and exercise habits, and benefit from prevention activities.

WHAT WE DOTHE NEED23% of WA state students in grades 6 through 10 reported being bullied in 2016.

Our leadership and volunteer programs empower youth to foster integrity and good character, make great life choices, and believe they can make positive change in their communities.

WHAT WE DOTHE NEED1 in 5 young people in WA state fail to graduate from high school on time.

Source: WA state OSPI

Our educational programs help ensure youth will be successful in school, keep them learning throughout the summer months, and prepare them to be globally competitive graduates.

of highly engaged Washington Club teens are at grade level in school, have a low absenteeism rate, have passing grades & high expectations

80%of highly engaged Club youth earn mostly A’s & B’s in school

85%of WA Club youth have expectations of post-secondary education

85%of highly engaged Club youth show concern for and make a difference in their community

100% of WA Club of highly engaged Club youth say: 73% of Club youth in WA volunteered

in their community at least once a year

43% of WA youth volunteer

OUR IMPACT: A HEALTHIER GENERATION

Why is on-time graduation important?

Youth who do not graduate on-time are at risk to drop out of

diminishing their chances to secure a good job, earn a decent salary and have a promising future.

Youth Risk Behavior Survey (WA Club youth) Youth Risk Behavior Survey (US youth)

61%49%

77%59%

90%67%

Teaching Club youth to make healthy lifestyles choices in diet, exercise and personal growth is a priority at the Boys & Girls Club. Programs include:

S.M.A.R.T Moves. Using a team approach, Club members interact with staff, mentors and community leaders as they learn how to resist substance and alcohol abuse as well as premature sexual activity

Passport to Manhood & S.M.A.R.T Girls Club boys and girls participate in small group mentoring designed to encourage healthy attitudes and lifestyles, enabling early adolescents to develop their potential

Triple Play A comprehensive health and wellness program strives to improve the overall health of Club members ages 6-18 by increasing daily physical activity, teaching good nutrition and encouraging healthy relationships.

Athletics Club youth’s participation in organized sports builds skills and healthy lifestyles, and encourages teamwork and positive sportsmanship.

Mental and Emotional Well-Being Clubs are focused on fostering an environment were our kids and teens feel supported in the face of increasing social pressure and instability.

of Club teens abstained from cigarettes, 90% from marijuana and 91% from alcohol. 94%

AmeriGroupBenevityBoeingCenturyLinkCoca-ColaColumbia BankCommunity Health Plan of Washington

Costco WholesaleFred MeyerFord Motor Company & NW Ford Dealers Advertising AssociationGoogleIHOPK&H Integrated Print SolutionsMutual of America

Paul G. Allen PhilanthropiesQFCQualstar Credit UnionRood Family Advised FundSeattle SeahawksT-MobileUnited Healthcare

Washington State Department of HealthWashington State Department of Social & Human ServicesWashington State LegislatureWashington State Office of Superintendent of Public InstructionWSECU

FUNDING PARTNERS

6th Annual Keystone Summit.The annual Washington State Keystone Summit is an opportunity for over 200 teens between the ages of 14-18 to come together to discuss critical topics and issues impacting youth today. The Summit develops and empowers teen leaders from throughout Washington State to bring positive change to their communities. Teens and Club staff participate in breakout sessions discussing topics identified and curated by local Club teens including youth suicide prevention, mental health, LGBTQ inclusion, political advocacy, networking and interview preparation, Youth of the Year, and community outreach. Over the course of the Summit, teens hear from powerful motivational speakers, engage in meaningful dialogue and discussion with their peers, participate in community service, and build relationships with fellow Boys & Girls Club leaders.

ZANE CASTILLEJA

2018 Youth of the YearBoys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties, Prosser, WA

Zane Castilleja is the 2018 Washington State Youth of the Year from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties and has been a member of the Prosser Club for five years. Zane had the honor of representing the great state of Washington at the Pacific Region Youth of the Year Competition in California. He describes his experience as the 2018 Washington State Youth of the Year as the best thing he’s ever been a part of and credits the Club for giving him the platform and opportunity to make a greater impact on youth and the community.

Zane is currently a junior at Prosser High School where he is a member of the cheer team and is actively engaged in various leadership activities. At his Club he serves as the president of Keystone, Cooking Club, Photography and Boys Council. Zane plans on attending the University of Washington on his pursuit to becoming a surgical nurse.

Katie Wilton is a member of the Hillside Teen Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and currently a senior at Harrison Preparatory School in Lakewood. She was named the 2018 Washington State Military Youth of the Year and went on to compete in the regional program where she became the Pacific Region’s Military Youth of the Year. Katie’s goal for her Youth of the Year journey is to get more youth involved in Boys & Girls Clubs, especially in her community at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. She has seen first-hand the incredible opportunities Clubs can provide and hopes to help others experience the great impact of Boys & Girls Clubs.

At her Teen Center, Katie is the president of her Club’s Keystone and participates in SMART Girls, Cooking Club, and Culture Club. She is also active in her community and serves as a member of the Lakewood Youth Council and a volunteer at local food banks and elementary schools. Katie hopes to soon attend Columbia University to study biology and pursue a career as a physical therapist.

2018 Washington State Military Youth of the YearPacific Region Military Youth of the YearBoys & Girls Clubs affiliated Youth Center at Joint Base Lewis McChord

KATIE WILTON

CLUB SNAP SHOTSClub Name Members 2018 Sites Year Founded Website

Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue 6,888 12 1952 www.bgcbellevue.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties 3,054 11 1992 www.greatclubs.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Chehalis 275 1 2017 www.bgcchehalis.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin 1,654 4 1997 www.bngclub.org

Boys & Girls Clubs at Fairchild Air Force Base 112 1 2002 www.fairchild.af.mil

Boys & Girls Clubs at JBLM 365 4 1998 http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/

Boys & Girls Clubs of King County 15,141 30 1943 www.positiveplace.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lewis Clark Valley 1,254 1 1987 www.poweroftheclub.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Long Beach Peninsula 417 1 2008 www.longbeachbgc.com

Boys & Girls Clubs at Naval Air Station Whidbey 579 3 1998 http://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrnw/

installations/nas_whidbey_island.html

CLUB SNAP SHOTSClub Name Members 2018 Sites Year

Founded Website

Boys & Girls Clubs at Naval Base Kitsap 517 3 1999 http://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrnw/installations/navbase_kitsap.html

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula 1,258 2 1987 www.bgc-op.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County 1,714 6 1995 www.skagitclubs.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County 26,893 31 1946 www.bgcsc.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound 5,861 11 1940 www.bgcsps.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington 2,748 6 2000 www.mybgc.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Spokane County 1,504 2 2001 www.bgcspokane.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County 2,469 5 2001 www.bgctc.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County 3,952 4 1946 www.whatcomclubs.org

Total Clubs 76,655 138

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41

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9

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6

9

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WASHINGTONCLUBS.ORGAssociation Office Contact Information

Katya Miltimore | kmiltimore@washingtonclubs.org | 360.550.8511P.O. Box 1774, Olympia, WA 98507

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