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Pedersen-McCormick Boys & Girls Club

4835 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago · $43/week · ★ 4.6 (35 reviews)

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

▌ Editor's read The Pedersen-McCormick Boys & Girls Club is part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, a non-profit organization established in 1927. Their website, bgcc.org, loads successfully and details programs for youth, including summer camps. The 'About Us' section confirms their long-standing history. The 'Safety' page explicitly states that all staff and volunteers undergo thorough background checks. While the specific Pedersen-McCormick branch is mentioned, the website covers the broader Chicago organization, indicating a network of clubs offering similar services. The programs are primarily day-based, focusing on after-school and summer activities. Social media handles for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago are active on Instagram (@bgcchicago) and Facebook (bgcchicago).
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Since 991927+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 6–18

Pedersen-McCormick 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
99 (1927 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 6–18
  • Address: 4835 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
  • Phone: 773-561-8691
  • 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. Early drop off and late pick up are available for an additional $75 each for the whole summer.

↗ 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 Pedersen-McCormick Boys & Girls Club

What ages does Pedersen-McCormick Boys & Girls Club accept?
Pedersen-McCormick 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 Pedersen-McCormick Boys & Girls Club cost?
Pedersen-McCormick 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 Pedersen-McCormick Boys & Girls Club?
Pedersen-McCormick Boys & Girls Club is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1927 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 Pedersen-McCormick Boys & Girls Club provide lunch?
Yes — Pedersen-McCormick 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.
Does Pedersen-McCormick Boys & Girls Club offer extended care?
Yes — Pedersen-McCormick Boys & Girls Club offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
How does Pedersen-McCormick Boys & Girls Club compare to other community/rec center camps in Chicago?
Pedersen-McCormick 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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