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True Value Boys & Girls Club

2950 W 25th St, Chicago · $43/week · ★ 4.8 (28 reviews)

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

▌ Editor's read The True Value Boys & Girls Club's website (bgcc.org) loads successfully, indicating an active online presence. The organization is a non-profit, part of the larger Boys & Girls Clubs of America network, and has been operating since 1860, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to youth development. Their programs are primarily day-based, focusing on academic success, character and leadership, and healthy lifestyles. The website explicitly states that all staff and volunteers undergo thorough background checks, confirming a commitment to child safety. Social media presence is strong with active Instagram (@bgcc_chicago) and Facebook (bgcc.org) accounts. While specific ACA accreditation for their individual camp programs is not explicitly stated on their site, the broader Boys & Girls Clubs of America organization often adheres to high standards. The camp operates across multiple locations in Chicago, serving a diverse community.
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Since 1866160+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 6–18

True Value 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
1866 (160 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 6–18
  • Address: 2950 W 25th St, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
  • Phone: 773-247-3100
  • 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. Late pick up 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 True Value Boys & Girls Club

What ages does True Value Boys & Girls Club accept?
True Value 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 True Value Boys & Girls Club cost?
True Value 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 True Value Boys & Girls Club?
True Value Boys & Girls Club is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 160 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 True Value Boys & Girls Club provide lunch?
Yes — True Value 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 True Value Boys & Girls Club offer extended care?
Yes — True Value 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 True Value Boys & Girls Club compare to other community/rec center camps in Chicago?
True Value 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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