Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–18
Directory · United States · New York · Long Island City
▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–18

Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc.

21-12 30 Road, Long Island City · ★ 3.6 (56 reviews)

An 8-week summer camp with field trips, swimming, and educational activities.

▌ Editor's read The Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens (VBGQ) operates as a nonprofit organization, as indicated by its 'About Us' page and its status as a Boys & Girls Club affiliate. The organization has been serving the community since 1953, which means it has been operating for 65 years as of 2018 (http://www.vbgcq.org/about-us/). VBGQ offers both after-school and summer day camp programs, as evidenced by the 'Programs' section of their website (http://www.vbgcq.org/programs/). While the website details various program areas like academic success, healthy lifestyles, and good character, it does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or mention background check policies for staff. The camp is not listed in the American Camp Association (ACA) directory. Social media presence includes an active Instagram account (@vbgcq) and a Facebook page (vbgcq), which showcase their activities and community engagement.
⌬
Since 196165+ years operating
◍
Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Shortlist in planner → Visit website

Who thrives here Ages 5–18

Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. 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
1961 (65 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–18
  • Address: 21-12 30th Rd, Long Island City, NY 11102
  • Phone: (718) 728-0946
  • Cost notes: Registration for summer camp is not yet open, so cost is not available. The website mentions weekly and summer rates.

↗ What parents like

  • Breakfast and lunch included
  • Flexible drop-off and pick-up

↘ Watch for

  • Registration not yet open
  • No specific dates mentioned

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc.

What ages does Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. accept?
Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. 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 Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. cost?
Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Registration for summer camp is not yet open, so cost is not available. The website mentions weekly and summer rates. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Is Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. accredited?
Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. is not currently ACA-accredited, but has been operating for 65 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 Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc.?
Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 65 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 Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. provide lunch?
Yes — Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. 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 Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. offer extended care?
Yes — Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. 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.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc. with other camps.

Camps near here

Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, Inc..