Boys & Girls Clubs of Lower Bergen County

04/28/2026

BGCLBG is so much more than a place for kids… it’s a lifeline for entire families. It’s where young people find safety, support, and opportunity, and where parents find peace of mind knowing their children are seen, valued, and cared for.

The impact of BGCLBC doesn’t stop at the doors; it reaches into homes, strengthening families and building a community rooted in hope, stability, and connection.

To learn more about what we do, visit www.bgclbergen.org 💙🩵

04/24/2026

STEM is a pathway to the future! As part of our core programming, BGCLBC members are exposed to 21st Century STEM education that sparks curiosity and imagination, and helps build critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and confidence for success in school and beyond.

Pictured, members of our Hackensack Clubhouse participated in several fun STEM activities in honor of Earth Day, on April 22nd. Members learned about oil spills, their impact on marine life, and different ways to clean up the ocean. They also worked together to create a fizzing earth. The Fizzing Earth activity is a simple, hands-on science experiment where kids use baking soda, vinegar, and food coloring to create a bubbly, reactive map of the Earth. It demonstrates a chemical reaction between acid (vinegar) and base (baking soda) that produces carbon dioxide gas.

Also pictured, LEAP program students practice their skills working with 3D pens!

04/21/2026

We couldn't be more proud of our Club Youth of the Year, Alexandra P., who is competing for the title of 2026 New Jersey Youth of the Year. Youth of the Year is the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club kid can receive. The teen selected to be the National Youth of the Year represents Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the voices of millions of Club youth. And for more than 75 years, the Youth of the Year program has recognized young people for their outstanding leadership, service, academic excellence, and dedication to health and wellbeing.

Meet our Finalist from Boys & Girls Clubs of Lower Bergen County. Alexandra has been a Club member for 5 years and aspires to be a Social Worker.

04/14/2026

IMPORTANT FREE RESOURCE! Human Services Fully Reopens Child Care Assistance Program!
The Child Care Assistance Program serves as a vital economic lifeline, helping to pay for quality early childhood education and allowing parents to continue their careers. We encourage families to review the eligibility criteria and apply at ChildCareNJ.gov.

04/10/2026

Thanks to Fandango, members of our CAAP program had a movie theater advenure, taking a field trip to see the movie, Pout Pout Fish. In addition to this fun tale about positive thinking and the power of friendship, our members also enjoyed some yummy theater snacks and spending this time with friends. Thank you Fandango and Boys & Girls Clubs of America for this awesome experience!

04/09/2026

The BGCLBC strives to provide members with life-enhancing opportunities and real-world experiences they may not have outside of our Clubs. Pictured, this fun and educational experience included a visit from some pretty awesome reptiles which members learned all about and had the opportunity to hold and interact with.

04/02/2026

🚨 Attention: Rental Space Available in Lodi, NJ! 🚨

The Boys & Girls Club of Lodi is offering a unique opportunity for organizations looking to expand their impact in the community.
We are seeking a new partner to utilize approximately 15,000 square feet of versatile space—ideal for adult or youth programming.

🔹 Nonprofits preferred
🔹 Includes office space
🔹 Utilities included
🔹 Regular maintenance included
🔹 Access to gymnasium and aquatic facilities

📅 Available immediately
📌 Secure by April 1, 2027

If your organization is looking for a dynamic, community-centered space, we’d love to connect.

📞 Contact:
Joseph Licata, CEO
JLicata@bgclbergen.org
551-341-6193

04/02/2026

On February 21, the Tirico and Lodi families suffered an unimaginable loss. In the spirit of Pat Tirico’s legacy, his wife Lois and the Tirico family have set up a scholarship in his name.
Please join in supporting this effort. 🧡💙🧡💙

03/27/2026

Cooking is one of the life-skills members in our WAZE program enjoy learning most! Members have learned to make dishes like fettuccini alfredo, vegetable fried rice, and much more.

Studies show that teenagers who know how to cook generally eat healthier, exhibiting better nutritional habits than those that don't. Specifically, research indicates that teens with cooking skills consume more fruits and vegetables, eat fewer fast-food meals, and have better overall diet quality. Since many of the youth we serve experience food insecurity outside of our programs, nutrition education and direct food access are a core part of our Healthy Lifestyles programming and contribute to our Health & Wellbeing Priority Outcome Area.

03/27/2026

Coach Pat Tirico was a Lodi legend on and off the field. Consider supporting the scholarship in his honor.

Pasquale “Pat” C. Tirico (1956–2026) was the longtime face of Lodi High School athletics, serving as head football coach for 33 seasons and becoming the program’s all-time winningest coach. After a difficult first season in 1983, he built the Lodi Rams into a North Jersey powerhouse, finishi...

03/23/2026

Congratulations, Alexandra Pereira!

Alexandra, a Lodi High School senior has been named BGCLBC's 2026 Youth of the Year! Youth of the Year, Boys & Girls Club's highest honor, recognizes members who demonstrate exceptional leadership, service, academic excellence, and commitment to healthy lifestyles.

Alexandra’s recognition represents a significant milestone: she was also named BGCLBC’s Youth of the Year in 2024 and went on to become our Club's first-ever New Jersey State Youth of the Year. Her selection again in 2026 reflects her continued leadership, resilience, and dedication to the Club and community.

Best of luck to Alexandra in the upcoming state competition!

03/19/2026

We’re proud to be featured in the Foundation at Cross River’s 2025 Social Responsibility Impact Report!

Thank you to Cross River Foundation for your continued support of our mission and the youth and families we serve every day. Partnerships like this make a lasting impact in our community.

Check out our feature and see the difference we’re making together!