Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–18 · $43/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–18

Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club

3400 S Emerald Ave, Chicago · $43/week · ★ 4.4 (97 reviews)

Offers a seven-week summer camp with activities ranging from sports to arts, STEM, and more.

▌ Editor's read The Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club, part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, operates out of Chelsea, MA, and has been serving the community since 1909, as stated on their 'About Us' page. Their website details various programs including after-school, summer camp, and specialized activities like robotics and arts, focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, and good character. The 'Safety' section of their website explicitly mentions that all staff and volunteers undergo thorough background checks. They are a non-profit organization, as is typical for Boys & Girls Clubs. Social media handles for Instagram (@bgc_chelsea) and Facebook (BGCChelsea) are readily available on their site. The website does not provide information regarding ACA accreditation or specific state licensing for their summer camp programs, nor does it list staff-to-camper ratios.
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Since 1171909+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 6–18

Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. community/rec center programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
117 (1909 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 6–18
  • Address: 3400 S Emerald Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
  • Phone: (312) 924-0010
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $300 for a seven-week program, which is approximately $43 per week. There is also a $40 membership fee for new/renewing youth.

↗ What parents like

  • Lunch and snacks provided
  • Weekly field trips

↘ Watch for

  • Limited camp spots available

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club

What ages does Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club accept?
Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club is open to children ages 6–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club cost?
Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club publishes $43/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club?
Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1909 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club provide lunch?
Yes — Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club compare to other community/rec center camps in Chicago?
Bartlett J. McCartin Boys & Girls Club is one of 21 community/rec center camps in Chicago that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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