Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–18 · $50/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–18

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson Club

2700 W 19th Ave, Gary · $50/week · ★ 3.5 (27 reviews)

Offers a summer camp with a balance of education and fitness.

▌ Editor's read The John Will Anderson Boys & Girls Club is a branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana, which has been serving the community since 1957, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The organization is a non-profit, as evidenced by its 501(c)(3) status mentioned in the footer of their website. They offer summer camp programs, as detailed under the 'Programs' section, specifically 'Summer Camp.' The website explicitly states that all staff and volunteers undergo thorough background checks to ensure child safety, found under their 'Safety' section. The club primarily offers day programs, focusing on after-school and summer activities. Social media handles for Instagram (@bgcgreaternwi) and Facebook (BGCGreaterNWI) are linked on their website.
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Since 195967+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–18

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson 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
1959 (67 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–18
  • Address: 2700 W 19th Ave, Gary, IN 46404, USA
  • Phone: 219-884-6228
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: The resident rate for Gary is $50/child per week. There is also a $25 summer membership fee.

↗ What parents like

  • Daily breakfast, lunch or snack
  • Weekly themed activities

↘ Watch for

  • No new memberships until summer 2026

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson Club

What ages does Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson Club accept?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson Club is open to children ages 5–18. 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 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson Club cost?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson Club publishes $50/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson Club?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson Club is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 67 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 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson Club provide lunch?
Yes — Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson 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 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson Club offer transportation?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - John Will Anderson Club provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

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