Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara, Inc.

"... to work with youth of all backgrounds, with special concern for those from disadvantaged circumstances; to develop qualities needed to become responsible citizens and leaders with guidance from professional staff in a warm, friendly, child-centered environment; encourage participation in specially-designed, varied, and diversified programs though a core program that is based on physical, emotional, cultural, and social needs, with special interest in and emphasis on: personal & educational growth * citizenship & leadership development * health & physical education * social recreation * outdoor & environmental education * artistic enrichment" and "...to provide a safe environment and centered professionally-staffed programs, to build, develop, and nurture self esteem, values, and positive skills in youth, in a fun environment..."