Every day, young people walk through the doors of the Boys & Girls Club of Evansville looking for opportunity, encouragement, and people who believe in them. Darian Porter is one of those success stories. Darian joined the Club at age 9 after hearing about it from friends. What started as a place to spend time…

In 2027, the Boys & Girls Club of Evansville will celebrate an incredible milestone: 70 years of serving local youth and building brighter futures. For seven decades, the Club has helped generations of young people learn, grow, and develop the skills needed to succeed in school, careers, and life. As we prepare for this special…

The Boys & Girls Club of Evansville is proud to recognize Samantha Blackwell as our 2025 Youth of the Year. Samantha recently represented our Club at the state competition, and we couldn’t be more proud of the leadership, confidence, and courage she showed throughout the experience. Executive Director Andrew Backes shared, “It’s tough to put…

At the Boys & Girls Club of Evansville, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. With the support of our community, we provide a safe, positive environment where youth can build confidence, develop new skills, and prepare for bright futures. Every Kid. Every Day. Our commitment is simple: support every…

The Boys & Girls Club of Evansville is excited to announce a leadership transition that will build on our strong foundation while preparing for future growth. After serving as Executive Director since 2003, Ron Ryan transitioned into the role of Chief Executive Officer. Under Ron’s leadership, the Club expanded to multiple locations, grew its impact…

For nearly 70 years, the Boys & Girls Club of Evansville has been a place where young people can learn, grow, and discover their potential. Every day, we work to ensure that all youth, especially those who need us most, have access to caring mentors, enriching experiences, and opportunities that help them succeed. Since opening…