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# Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties: Great Futures Start Here.

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties (BGCSDC) has been empowering youth since 1970, providing safe, engaging after school programs and summer programs for youth ages 6-18 in Sarasota, Venice, North Port, and Arcadia, Florida.

## Contact Information
**Phone:** (941) 366-3911  
**Email:** info@bgcsdc.org  
**Address:** 3130 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34237  
**Contact Form:** https://bgcsdc.org/contact-us

## After School Programs
Our after school program provides families with safe, affordable care and enriching experiences during the school year.

**What We Offer:**
- Safe, supervised environment with caring adult mentors
- Academic support and homework help
- Leadership development and character building
- Technology, arts, sports, and recreational activities
- Specialized teen programs
- Daily snacks provided
- Scholarships available for families who qualify

**Holiday Break Program:** Reliable care during school closures and holidays.

**Scholarships:** Scholarships are available to ensure cost is never a barrier. Families who qualify for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program may apply for scholarship assistance.

**Learn More:** https://bgcsdc.org/after-school-program  
**Apply for Scholarship:** https://bgcsdc.org/after-school-program/scholarship-application

## Summer Program
The BGCSDC Summer Program runs for eight weeks (typically June through early August) at all Club locations, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

**What We Offer:**
- Daily education and academic enrichment
- Art demonstrations and creative activities
- Physical fitness and sports
- Technology instruction
- Career exploration
- Field trips and special activities
- Daily meals and snacks
- Access to positive role models

**Ages Served:** 6-18 years old

**Scholarships:** Scholarships are available to ensure cost is never a barrier. Families who qualify for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program may apply for scholarship assistance.

**Learn More:** https://bgcsdc.org/summer-program  
**FAQ:** https://bgcsdc.org/summer-program-faq  
**Apply for Scholarship:** https://bgcsdc.org/summer-program/scholarship-application

## Our Club Locations

**Gene Matthews Boys & Girls Club (North Port)**  
Serving North Port since 1997. Features three facilities including main Club, teen center, and gymnasium with computer lab, art room, playground, and garden.  
https://bgcsdc.org/our-clubs/north-port/gene-matthews-club

**Lee Wetherington Boys & Girls Club (Sarasota)**  
Our largest facility dedicated in 2004. Features computer lab, art room, commercial kitchen, swimming pool, gymnasium, playground, and rock climbing wall.  
https://bgcsdc.org/our-clubs/sarasota/lee-wetherington-club

**Louis and Gloria Flanzer Boys & Girls Club (Arcadia, DeSoto County)**  
Opened in 2018, serving DeSoto County youth. Features multi-purpose gymnasium with space for physical activities and enrichment programs.  
https://bgcsdc.org/our-clubs/arcadia/louis-and-gloria-flanzer-club

**Newtown Estates Park Boys & Girls Club (Sarasota)**  
Opened in 2015 as a 21st Century Community Learning Center. Serves students from Emma E. Booker Elementary and Booker Middle School with academic enrichment and tutoring.  
https://bgcsdc.org/our-clubs/sarasota/newtown-estates-park-club

**Robert and Joan Lee Boys & Girls Club (Venice)**  
Serving Venice since 2007. Features designated program areas for academics, culinary arts, art, technology, and physical fitness. Partnership with Venice Theatre for TheatreMatters! Program.  
https://bgcsdc.org/our-clubs/venice/robert-and-joan-lee-club

**Roy McBean Boys & Girls Club (Sarasota - Newtown)**  
Opened in 1997 serving the Newtown community. Features program areas for academic enrichment, art room, computer lab, teen room, gymnasium, playground, and dance room.  
https://bgcsdc.org/our-clubs/sarasota/roy-mcbean-club

**Boys & Girls Clubs - Gocio Elementary School Site (Northern Sarasota)**  
After school program for ages 6-12, Monday-Friday until 6:00 p.m. Includes academic support, leadership development, and career exploration. All Club members receive nutritious snacks during out-of-school time.

## Our Impact
See how Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties is making a difference in the lives of youth in our community.

**View Our Impact Report:** https://bgcsdc.org/about-us/the-positive-impact-of-the-boys-girls-clubs

## Support Our Mission
Help us provide life-changing programs to youth who need us most. Your donation ensures every child has access to safe, enriching after school and summer programs.

**Make a Donation:** https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/boys-and-girls-clubs-of-sarasota-and-desoto-counties/give-the-gift-of-great-futures

**Other Ways to Give:**
- Corporate partnerships
- Volunteer opportunities
- Planned giving
- Third-party fundraising

**Learn More:** https://bgcsdc.org/get-involved

## Frequently Asked Questions
**General Membership FAQ:** https://bgcsdc.org/club-membership-faq