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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–18

Rusu-McCartin Boys & Girls Club

4411 W Chicago Ave, Chicago · $43/week · ★ 4.8 (6 reviews)

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

▌ Editor's read The Rusu-McCartin Boys & Girls Club is part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Cleveland, which has been operating since 1937, indicating a long-standing presence in youth development. The website, bgcc.org, loads successfully and provides information on various programs including after-school and summer camps. The organization is clearly a nonprofit, as evidenced by its 'About Us' section and mission statement. Program types appear to be primarily day programs, focusing on academic enrichment, health, and character development. Social media handles for Instagram (@bgcc_club) and Facebook (bgcc.club) are easily found on the website. While the site mentions staff, it does not explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio or detail background check policies for staff. There is no indication of ACA accreditation or state licensing information on the website.
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Since 193987+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 6–18

Rusu-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
1939 (87 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 6–18
  • Address: 4411 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651, USA
  • Phone: (773) 826-3200
  • 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 is available for an additional $75 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 Rusu-McCartin Boys & Girls Club

What ages does Rusu-McCartin Boys & Girls Club accept?
Rusu-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 Rusu-McCartin Boys & Girls Club cost?
Rusu-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 Rusu-McCartin Boys & Girls Club?
Rusu-McCartin Boys & Girls Club is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 87 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 Rusu-McCartin Boys & Girls Club provide lunch?
Yes — Rusu-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.
Does Rusu-McCartin Boys & Girls Club offer extended care?
Yes — Rusu-McCartin 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 Rusu-McCartin Boys & Girls Club compare to other community/rec center camps in Chicago?
Rusu-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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