As part of our organization’s 2026 Centennial celebration, and in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, we are honored to officially expand our service area to bring these trusted, high-impact programs to the families of Hernando County.

Since 1926, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay has provided youth throughout the Tampa Bay region with safe, inclusive spaces, best-in-class programming, and life-changing opportunities. Our organization has grown alongside the communities we serve, expanding access, evolving programs, and responding to the changing needs of youth and families across Tampa Bay, and we are excited to expand our reach to Hernando County!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT

Mandy Taylor | mtaylor@bgctampa.org or Britney Grant | bgrant@bgctampa.org

PROGRAM COMPONENTS

Academic Success

Homework help, literacy support, STEM activities, and structured enrichment.

Safety & Support

Highly trained youth development professionals, nationally recognize safety protocols.

Healthy Lifestyles

Physical activity, games, outdoor play, nutrition guidance.

Creative Expression

Art, music, hands-on projects.

Character & Leadership

Social-emotional development, teamwork, service projects, confidence-building.

AFFORDABLE ACCESS

Only $75 per week; scholarships & ELC available

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR HERNANDO FAMILIES

A Safe Place Families Can Count On

Parents deserve peace of mind. With long-standing operational systems, trained staff, and national safety standards, the Club offers a stable, consistent environment for youth and young adults every day.

Affordability that Removes Barriers

At just $75 per week, the Club ensures working families don't have to choose between childcare and financial strain. For community where nearly 70% of students are economically disadvantaged, this matters deeply.

Academic & Emotional Support After School

Kids receive homework help, mentoring, social-emotional support, and structured activities designed to help them succeed in the classroom and beyond.

A Community Hub Families Can be Proud Of

By opening at Lorenzo Hamilton Park, a vibrant, central neighborhood space, the Club becomes a community anchor where young people can learn, play, and belong.

A Fresh Start After Previous Uncertainty

We acknowledge the challenges created when the former Boys & Girls Club of Hernando closed. This launch represents a new chapter: new leadership, new oversight, new financial structures, and a commitment rooted in listening and rebuilding trust through transparency and consistent excellence.

Partnerships that Strengthen Local Impact

From schools to parks to civic organizations, the Club will collaborate with local partners to ensure the work reflects community needs and builds long-term opportunity for young people.