Character & Leadership

Keystone Club is a national Boys & Girls Clubs of America program that helps high school students become leaders in their communities. Keystone Club members participate in an annual national service project and raise at least $3,000 to attend the National Keystone Conference.

Torch Club is a “club within the Club,” helping to meet the special character-development needs of younger adolescents at a critical stage in their life. A Torch Club is a powerful vehicle through which young people develop and strengthen their 21st-century leadership skills, giving them a firm foundation of good character and integrity. 

Every year, we choose one outstanding teen from each Club to participate in our Citywide Youth of the Year program, a four-month program that builds leadership and public speaking skills, while preparing teens for success in college and beyond.