Celebrating 30 years of empowering youth!
1996 - 2026
Since 1996, Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties has served our community with a singular mission:
To empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to become productive, caring, responsible citizens.
For the last three decades, our caring and dedicated staff have built meaningful relationships with kids and teens across our community, helping them become tomorrow's leaders.
Although much has changed over the past 30 years, our commitment to youth development remains stronger than ever, as we prepare for another 30 years of empowering local youth.
Since 1996...
40,000 Youth Served
1 Million Program Hours Provided
1 Million Snacks Served
A rich history made possible by our community
Our sustained work is only possible thanks to the incredible support we've received over the last 30 years from passionate community partners, business owners, donors, board members, and more.
With your support, we've not only been able to sustain our work but also grow the footprint of Clubs to serve more areas of our community than ever before.
Currently, staff at our 29 Clubs across our community serve more than 1,000 kids and teens every day.
Thank you for investing in Clubs. Thank you for investing in local youth. Thank you for investing in our community!
30 years of moments & memories...
Our History
It all started in 1993, when two local businessmen reflected on the great memories they had growing up in a Boys & Girls Club in the Seattle area. Believing that youth in the Tri-Cities deserved the same opportunities, they rallied a group of dedicated community leaders to form a board of directors and bring the Club Experience to our region.
1993
Board of Directors created to bring Boys & Girls Clubs to Tri-Cities community
1996
First Boys & Girls Club in Tri-Cities opens at old USO Building in Pasco
Our first Club location at the old USO Building in Pasco
1999
First licensed care program opens at Wiley Elementary School in West Richland
Pasco Club relocates to its current location at the old Emerson Elementary School
2004
First Club Discovery Preschool opens in Pasco
Licensed care programs expand to multiple elementary schools in Pasco
Children at our Club Discovery Preschool in Pasco
2007
First Club Discovery Nursery opens at New Horizons High School in Pasco
2010
Prosser Clubhouse opens
Prosser Clubhouse Ribbon Cutting
2018
Licensed care programs expand to all elementary schools in Richland and West Richland
2019
Kennewick Clubhouse - Eerkes Family Branch opens (our first custom-designed Clubhouse)
Kennewick Clubhouse
2020
Virtual Club launches to reach youth online
2023
Teen Center opens at Chief Joseph Middle School in Richland, marking our 29th Club site
Teens at our Chief Joseph Middle School Teen Center
2025
Prosser Clubhouse moves to a custom-designed, newly renovated Clubhouse
2026
Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties celebrates 30 years!
Our Priority Outcomes
ACADEMIC
SUCCESS
HEALTH
& WELL-BEING
CHARACTER & LEADERSHIP
LIFE & WORKFORCE READINESS
Graduate from high school on time, ready for a post-secondary education and a 21st-century career
Engage in positive behaviors to nurture their personal well-being, set goals, and grow into healthy adults.
Become responsible, caring leaders ready to contribute to their community and country.
Explore interests and passions, and apply knowledge to real-world work experiences.
Our Mission:
To empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.