Mission

Founded in 1876 by philanthropist and entrepreneur E.H. Harriman, the Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) has almost 150 years of expertise in offering diverse, inclusive and research-based programming in a supportive environment to boys and young men in New York City. All boys are welcome, regardless of zip code, immigration status, or family income. BCNY’s mission is to offer choice, agency, and self-determination while fostering the 4Cs: competence, confidence, character, and connection All boys are welcome, regardless of zip code, immigration status, or family income. BCNY operates programming at the Gerry Clubhouse in East Harlem, Abbe Clubhouse in Flushing, Queens, Harriman Base Camp in Harriman State Park, Major Owens Center in Brooklyn, Boys Preparatory Charter School in the South Bronx, and serves 1,200 members annually through active membership. BCNY’s youth development programs include academic support, STEM, visual and performing arts, physical education, athletics, aquatics, wilderness exploration and sleepaway camp, career exploration, and recreation. Members and their families have access to individual counseling and discussion groups focused on manhood and masculinity, wellness, restorative practices, and social-emotional development. BCNY operates programming at the Gerry Clubhouse in East Harlem, Abbe Clubhouse in Flushing, Queens, Harriman Base Camp in Harriman State Park, and Major Owens Center in Brooklyn and serves 1,000 members annually through active membership. BCNY’s youth development programs include academic support, STEM, visual and performing arts, physical education, athletics, aquatics, wilderness exploration and sleepaway camp, career exploration, and recreation. Members and their families have access to individual counseling and discussion groups focused on manhood and masculinity, wellness, restorative practices, and social-emotional development. This holistic approach ensures our benefit from their BCNY experience beyond the clubhouse and throughout their lives.