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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–18

Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County

123 Jefferson St, Hoboken · ★ 4.5 (85 reviews)

Offers afterschool and summer programs for youth in Hoboken.

▌ Editor's read The Hoboken Boys & Girls Club, part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County, operates as a nonprofit organization with a mission to enable all young people to reach their full potential. The 'About Us' section of their website states they have been serving youth since 1891, indicating over 130 years of operation. While the website does not explicitly detail specific summer camp programs with dates and costs, it highlights various youth development programs including academic support, health and wellness, and character and leadership development, suggesting a day program model. The 'Careers' section mentions that 'All employees are subject to a thorough background check,' confirming the presence of background check language. The organization is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media presence is strong with active Instagram (@bgchoboken) and Facebook (bgchoboken) accounts, which frequently showcase their activities and community engagement. The website clearly outlines their focus on providing a safe and positive environment for children and teens.
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Since 1896130+ 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 Hudson County 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 accredited or not found
Established
1896 (130 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–18
  • Address: 123 Jefferson St, Hoboken, NJ 07030
  • Phone: (201) 963-5252
  • Cost notes: Cost information is behind a login wall.

1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 1 to Jul 24.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 1 – Jul 24, 2026 · 8 weeks

↗ What parents like

  • Afterschool programs available
  • Summer programs available

↘ Watch for

  • Cost information not public
  • Login required for registration

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County

What ages does Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County accept?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County 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 Hudson County cost?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Cost information is behind a login wall. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Is Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County accredited?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County is not currently ACA-accredited, but has been operating for 130 years. Many long-running camps choose not to pursue ACA accreditation, which is a paid voluntary process — check the camp's published staff training and safety policies directly.
Who runs Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 130 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 Hudson County provide lunch?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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