Goal One
Community Engagement & Expansion
Our first goal centers our work and underscores our commitment to expanding the number of youth who have access to our high-quality, impactful, and affordable programming.
Goal One Objectives:
- Partner with school and community organizations to bring BGCMS programming and resources to youth wherever they are
- Expand our impact for Club families and communities
- Extend the Clubs’ continuum of care to support recent alumni
In achieving this goal and its objectives, we will:
Build
a broader and more diverse network of partners and constituents
Lead the charge in creating a model of programming to support members in young adulthood
Understand the perspectives and needs of those we serve better than ever before
Engage our youth, families, and communities in developing the right programs and services
Year 1 Accomplishments | 2024-2025
Considerable progress has been made to maximize the spaces within our facilities during non-Club hours to allow for a robust calendar of retreats, programs, and rentals from schools, community groups, and private parties.
We have begun implementing new Club-based special events and 5 End-of-Session Showcases (Fall 1, Fall 2, Winter, Spring 1, Spring 2) at each Clubhouse to highlight programs and services to families, partners, and the community.
We have expanded and formalized our Family Engagement Committee & Network, appointing and supporting co-chairs from among family members.
We have developed and deployed a defined pathway of programming and experiences for the new Tom & Mary Shields Scholars program and have awarded its inaugural recipient.
Year 2 Priorities | 2025-2026
Strengthen outreach and access for teens in Brockton and Taunton by connecting with priority schools, providing transportation, and expanding dedicated teen programming with the addition of a Teen Coordinator at the Taunton Club.
Build and solidify strong, ongoing relationships with school leadership and community organizations to enhance program visibility, engagement, and collaboration in both Brockton and Taunton.
Utilize survey results to assess the interests and needs of key stakeholder groups (including youth, parents, staff, and community members) to inform program development, enhance engagement strategies, and tailor services to better meet community needs.
Explore and define tween (grades 6-7) “life readiness” and teen (grades 8-12) “workforce readiness” program tracks to foster #FutureReady youth.
Identify a program delivery model of support for at least three years following high school/Club graduation (up to age 21).
Year 3 Priorities | 2026-2027
Stay tuned!
Year 4 Priorities | 2027-2028
Stay tuned!
Year 5 Priorities | 2028-2029
Stay tuned!
Reflections & Future Plans | 2030
Visions for Impact in 2030:
Have well-established working relationships with schools and community organizations within the Metro South area.
Maximize the spaces within our facilities during non-Club hours to amplify impact.
Establish a BGCMS Road Team that travels to schools and community groups to offer selected services/programs during non-Club hours.
Increase family and community engagement across all Clubs.
Enhance community-wide efforts directed towards engaging non-English speaking populations, fostering inclusivity, and building stronger connections within diverse communities.
Provide dedicated space, dedicated staff, and signature experiences for tweens and teens with distinct programming and branding.
Support teen members' success beyond high school by providing additional support and training through mentorships, coaching, referrals, or career development opportunities to get them #FutureReady.