Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast is a 501(c)3 whose mission is to inspire and empower all young people to achieve their full potential. A vision to improve the lives of all Emerald Coast youth as the premier youth development organization is accomplished by providing: - A safe place to spend time during non-school hours and the summer as an alternative to the streets or being home alone. - A chance to play, have fun, laugh, and learn. - Opportunities to build new skills that raise each child’s belief that he or she can succeed and receive recognition for personal accomplishments. - Ongoing relationships with caring adults and connections to new friends in a positive environment, reinforcing a sense of belonging, personal accountability, civility and civic responsibility. - Generation-changing programs that support a commitment to learning, positive values, healthy habits and high expectations for success as an adult. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast serves over 800 children and teens, ages 5 to 18, in seven Clubs throughout the Emerald Coast's four counties - Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton. Core Values include: - Safety - Commitment - Empowerment - Excellence - Initiative - Trust