WHO WE ARE

Our mission is to provide youth in North Louisiana a safe, supervised environment
where they can develop into positive productive members of society.

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Our Purpose

The Boys & Girls Club Provides:

  • A safe place to learn and grow

  • Ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals

  • Life-enhancing programs and character development experiences

  • Hope and opportunity

Our Values

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Safety

  • Practicing safe behaviors in everything we do.

  • Take action to always put safety first.

  • Speak up to ensure the safety of others.

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Excellence

  • Pay attention to details.

  • Ensure our programs. personnel and facilities are high quality.

  • Go above and beyond to get successful results.

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Energy

  • Project a positive image and energy.

  • Recognize members, co-workers, and staff for positive actions and accomplishments

  • Exhibit enthusiasm in performing my daily duties.

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Efficiency

  • Perform role efficiently to get the most out of each interaction.

  • Use time and resources wisely.

  • Use “structure” to maximize activities within given time constraints.