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Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus - South Side Club

280 REEB AVE, COLUMBUS

Provides after-school and summer programs focused on academic success, good character, and healthy lifestyles.

▌ Editor's read The website for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus (bgccolumbus.org) loads successfully and appears to be a legitimate organization. It is not listed as ACA accredited. The organization is a nonprofit, serving youth in the Columbus area, including the South Side location. The website mentions that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks. Programs are offered during out-of-school hours, indicating a day program model. Google reviews for 'Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus' show a 4.5-star rating from 163 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting the positive impact on children and the supportive staff. The organization maintains an active presence on Instagram (@bgccolumbus) and Facebook (bgccolumbus), showcasing their activities and community engagement.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 6–18

Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus - South Side 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
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 6–18
  • Address: 280 Reeb Ave, Columbus, OH 43207, USA
  • Phone: 614-221-8830

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus - South Side Club

What ages does Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus - South Side Club accept?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus - South Side 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.
Who runs Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus - South Side Club?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus - South Side Club is operated by a nonprofit organization. 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 Columbus - South Side Club provide lunch?
Yes — Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus - South Side 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.
How does Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus - South Side Club compare to other community/rec center camps in Columbus?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus - South Side Club is one of 24 community/rec center camps in Columbus 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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