Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County
The most trusted youth development organization in Monmouth County, NJ since 1938. 💙 #greatfuturesstarthere
- "Blueprints for Success" was an evening dedicated to focusing on our Club kids' goals! Parents and Club members worked side by side on vision boards that reflect where our kids want to go and how we can support them along the way. #youthdevelopment #clubkids #futureready #greatfuturesstarthere
- Through intentional programming and everyday practice, Club kids build the social-emotional skills that support healthy and positive relationships! #SEL #greatfuturesstarthere #friendship #youthdevelopment
- We kicked off our 2026 Lunch & Learn Series with a session on purpose and alignment, led by our Chief Operating Officer, Daniel Rivera. Looking forward to a year of reflection and shared learning! #lovewhereyouwork #loveourstaff #leadwithpurpose #lunchandlearn #greatfuturesstarthere
- ATTENTION PARENTS! Due to the storm, all Club sites will be closed Monday, January 26th. Stay safe! #asburypark #redbank #longbranch #neptune
- Quiet on the set! Y-Media is by far one of our most popular programs. Our Club kids love learning the various aspects of video production and editing. #ymedia #studentled #STEAM #clubkids #youthdevelopment
- Mentorship shows up every day at the Boys & Girls Club. Caring mentors help Club kids build confidence, set goals, and see what’s possible. #NationalMentoringMonth #ClubKids #YouthDevelopment #GreatFuturesStartHere
- Huge thank you to Brian Shea and the Jersey Shore Masters Swim athletes for raising over $1000 for our Club kids with their New Year's Day fundraiser! Thank you for giving back to the community in this way! 🏊💙 #community #generosity #youthdevelopment #asburypark
- Nevaeh proudly received her Certificate of Respect at school, honoring the way she treats others and shows up for her community. At the Club, our character development programs encourage our young people to grow into caring and responsible citizens! #ClubKids #AmericaNeedsClubKids #BeGreat
- Asbury Park Boys Club members in the holiday spirit! 🎄 #waybackwednesday #1950s #asburyparkhistory #youthdevelopment
- Because of supporters like you, kids across Monmouth County have access to supportive staff, enriching programs, and opportunities that build strong futures. See what your generosity helps provide: www.bgcmonmouth.org/programs #greatfuturesstarthere #youthdevelopment #begreat
- If kids can dream it, the Club can help them become it. #clubkids #greatfuturesstarthere #STEM #youthdevelopment
- Imagine a place where who you are, where you're from, or the circumstances that surround you don’t determine your access to experiences or opportunities. That place is the Boys & Girls Club! #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere #futureready
- Throwback to the end of summer, when our Neptune members planned and produced their own photo shoot to celebrate the last day of camp! #throwbackthursday #summercamp #neptune #creativity #greatfuturesstarthere #youthdevelopment
- Our younger members leaned into the season with a fun, fall-inspired treat—acorn donut holes. A little creativity (and some yummy frosting) go a long way toward making snack time special. #imadeitmyself #creativity #funwithfood #fallfun #youthdevelopment
- At Future Ready Fest, our teens practiced the skills that build brighter futures—goal setting, leadership, teamwork, and professional communication. Whether it’s landing a first job or navigating life’s next big step, the Club helps young people turn potential into purpose. #youthdevelopment
- Our Club kids hit the polls for an election that really mattered: Cookie & Cupcake Decorating Party vs. In-Club Movie Theater Party. After a spirited campaign, the ballots are in...and the Movie Theater Party wins! Just another way we make learning about civic engagement fun! #youthdevelopment
- Excited to announce October's staff members of the month, Ms. Shaquasia, Ms. Krystyna, and Ms. Su! These youth development professionals give their all every day. Join us in congratulating them on their hard work and dedication! #staffappreciation #lovewhereyouwork #greatfuturesstarthere
- Our Club members are learning what it takes to build a balanced meal! Through our Healthy Habits program, they explored the USDA’s MyPlate model to better understand how different foods all fit together for good nutrition. #HealthyHabits #GreatFuturesStartHere
- What a night! To our guests and sponsors, our honorees, the incredible event committee, our board, staff, and volunteers...thank you for making the inaugural Great Futures Gala: Rock the Future a smash hit! YOU ROCK! 🤘🎸 #RockTheFutureBGC
- Our young scientists had a blast with the "Dancing Grapes" STEM activity! Using seltzer, tap water, and baking soda, they made predictions, ran experiments, and watched in awe as bubbles formed on the grapes, lifting them to the surface before popping and sending them back down again!
- Our Spidey senses say it’s going to be a great week! Happy Monday from the Club! #youthdevelopment #create #neptune #greatfuturesstarthere
- Every day at the Club is an opportunity to discover our interests and talents! #opportunity #imagine #create #artists #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere
- All eyes on the cards…memory matching is serious business around here! #funwithfriends #youthdevelopment
- Since 1938, the Club has been giving Monmouth County kids opportunities to try new things, have fun, and receive support from adults who truly care about them. As out-of-school-time experts, we’re proud to be part of the stories of so many generations! #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere
- September went by in a flash! Read our monthly e-newsletter to see what we've been up to! conta.cc/3IgKNtO #catchingupwiththeclub #enewsletter #youthdevelopment
- Our young scientists designed and tested their own bubble wands, exploring shapes, patterns, and what makes the biggest bubbles. Hands-on activities like this turn curiosity into discovery and show kids how much fun science can be! #youthdevelopment #STEM #opportunityishere #greatfuturesstarthere
- No surprise here — our Area Director, Destiny Smith, was named a Phenomenal Woman Under 40 by the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore! Loved by staff, Club members, and families alike, Destiny has truly earned this honor. Congratulations, Destiny! #greatfuturesstarthere #leadership #youthdevelopment
- #STEM is a big part of the Club experience! Through hands-on activities like this one, members get to build, explore engineering concepts, and bring their ideas to life. These projects spark curiosity, foster problem-solving, and help prepare young people for a future full of possibilities.
- School’s out, and afterschool is in! Our 2025–2026 programs kick off today, and it's not too late to register your child. Sign up here: bgcmonmouth.org/join/ #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere
- #ThrowbackThursday to summer days spent reading together at the Club! While our members headed back to school this week, months of academic enrichment, hands-on learning, and literacy activities during camp gave them the tools to start the year strong. Great futures start here! #youthdevelopment
- From academics to mentorship to career prep, the Boys & Girls Club is where kids grow, explore, and thrive. Learn more about our programs and sign up for membership today: bgcmonmouth.org/programs #GreatFuturesStartHere
- Get ready for an unforgettable night at the Great Futures Gala: Rock the Future on Saturday, Oct. 25 at the Wave Resort in Long Branch. Expect electrifying music, bold entertainment, and an elevated flair that makes this evening unlike any other fundraiser.🤘 Tickets: rockthefuture.givesmart.com
- Check out our August e-newsletter to see what's been happening at the Club this month! Here’s a quick look at the impact you helped make possible: conta.cc/41he2CV #catchingupwiththeclub #enewsletter #youthdevelopment
- Our Neptune members wrapped up summer camp in style—with a photo shoot they designed themselves! Our young people brought their own personality and vision to every shot, and big thanks to Mr. Jahmere for helping them bring their ideas to life! #summercamp #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere
- Be proud of the work you do and join a team that makes a difference every day. Now hiring a variety of positions throughout the organization. bgcmonmouth.org/about/employ... #begreat #greatfuturesstarthere #hiring
- Reading keeps young minds sharp! Our campers dove into book club this summer by choosing stories they love, sharing them with friends, and building skills that help prevent summer learning loss. #youthdevelopment #summercamp #braingain #greatfuturesstarthere
- From her first day at the Club at the age of 6, Kahmya has shown us what it means to BE GREAT. Now, she’s taking the next big step heading to LSU to study social work! Yesterday, our Club family gave her a surprise sendoff—we can’t wait to see the difference she'll make in the world!
- The Moxie Strategies team brought their A-game (and their big hearts!) to our field day, joining our summer campers for some kickball and non-stop fun. Big thank you to Assemblywomen @donlonpeterpaul.bsky.social for sharing your day with us and making our kids feel like champions!
- After lunch, our Long Branch campers each picked a book to read aloud to Mr. Javon and their friends—proof that sharing a good story makes it even better! #youthdevelopment #summercamp #longbranch #greatfuturesstarthere
- Our campers are ready to take fun to new heights at Sky Zone! #summercamp #funwithfriends
- This is the Great Futures Giving Club. Simple support. Big impact. Join us in building something that lasts: www.bgcmonmouth.org/givingclub #GFGC #GivingClub #SupportYouth #GreatFutures
- Our Asbury Park campers got a powerful lesson in protecting our planet, thanks to Clean Ocean Action’s "Be the Sea Change" presentation. Read more about their inspiring visit! heyor.ca/oE8DdA #youthdevelopment #summercamp #greatfuturesstarthere
- Our campers traveled the globe for "around the world week" at the Long Branch Unit! Each group picked a country to explore & shared fun facts with their fellow campers. Learning about different cultures is always an exciting adventure! #youthdevelopment #longbranch #summercamp #greatfuturesstarthere
- Our teens are in Chicago attending BGCA's National Keystone Conference, where young leaders from all over the country are meeting to soak up new ideas, make meaningful connections, and step into their potential. We couldn't be more proud of their journey to becoming tomorrow’s leaders!
- Boys & Girls Club kids are tomorrow's leaders, innovators, & changemakers. Club kids are resilient, curious, determined young people who will shape the future of our communities & our country. Learn more about our out-of-school-time programming & how to get involved: www.bgcmonmouth.org/programs
- BIG ENERGY from our Long Branch campers! ✨ Our team is excited to create safe, enriching, and FUN experiences for our campers all summer long! #summercamp #youthdevelopment #loveourkids #greatfuturesstarthere #longbranch
- The Boys & Girls Club is a place where children feel safe enough to make mistakes—because feeling secure is the first step toward becoming confident and capable. #safespaces #discovery #opportunity #mentorship #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere
- Our campers are working on self-portraits. It's a great way to reflect on who they are and express themselves through art! #summercamp #create #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere #begreat
- Some of our younger campers, The Chipmunks, kicked off summer camp by creating their group agreements and sealing the deal with their very own group handshake! We are excited about all of the new experiences and lifelong memories we are going to create this summer!
- Inside the blue doors of the Boys & Girls Club, Monmouth County kids are given opportunities to pursue their interests and talents. They learn to lead, to create, to serve, to advocate, and to problem solve. Check out our programs to learn more! www.bgcmonmouth.org/programs
