West Springfield Boys & Girls Club Inc

Our Club originally got its start in 1914 as the West Springfield Relief Association and was headquartered in the town library. Then in 1919, the association combined together with the Springfield Community Chest and became known as the West Springfield Neighborhood House. In 1928 the West Springfield Neighborhood House became incorporated and received a Charter from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. During these years until 1943, the primary function of the agency was to give financial assistance to those in need of temporary help. Classes in sewing and homemaking were held for the girls, while woodworking classes were offered for the boys. In 1944, group work and recreation for boys and girls became the primary function of the agency.

At the Annual Meeting on May 8, 1961 the association members voted to change the agency name to the West Springfield Boys & Girls Club, Inc. Since the existence of our present building in 1962, our club membership has grown by more than 500%. As experts in youth development, our professionally trained staff offers nationally-proven programs in a safe and accepting environment. It is our belief that all young people, regardless of background or circumstances, should be equipped to respect others and make our community a better place to live. West Springfield Boys & Girls Club offers a wide variety of high quality programs that promote health, safety, social and emotional development, and recreational opportunities to local youth aged 2.9 to 18. These include our Before & After School Programs across five different sites, Vacation and Summer Camp Programs, Teen Programs, Enrichment Clubs, and our “Little Futures” Preschool. Our members, over 50% of whom come from low-to-moderate income families, not only come from the town of West Springfield but the surrounding communities of Agawam, Chicopee, Holyoke, Springfield, and further. Our members exhibit a myriad of learning capabilities and represent various socio-economic, ethnic, and language backgrounds. We ensure that our programs are accessible to all, and that no child is turned away due to inability to pay.

“To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.”

West Springfield Boys & Girls Club Inc is a Charity participating in the NASCAR Day Giveathon 2024 a Giving Day event, presented by The NASCAR Foundation.