Open the door to what she can do.
This International Day of the Girl, help more girls build the confidence to see what’s possible for their futures.
Not Every Girl Gets the Same Opportunities
All girls are full of potential. But constant pressure to measure up can affect how girls see themselves and make it harder to recognize their own strengths. Not every girl also has a place where she feels accepted or caring adults who encourage her.
Together with the Dove Self-Esteem Project, Boys & Girls Clubs of America is helping change that. Through sports, mentorship and leadership programs, girls can build confidence, explore their interests and take on new challenges.
Because when a girl believes in herself, more possibilities open up.
This International Day of the Girl, your donation can help more girls build that confidence and discover what they’re capable of. And thanks to the Dove Self-Esteem Project, every gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $10,000, through October 11.
Open the door to what she can do. America needs Club girls. And Club girls need you.
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Why Girls Need You Now
To Support Their
Mental Health
More than half of high school girls experience persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness — nearly twice the rate of boys.
To Open Doors to
Their Futures
By ninth grade, 70% of girls have already thought seriously about their careers, yet 58% don’t believe they’re smart enough for their dream job.
To Strengthen
Their Confidence
21% of girls ages 5–7 wish they could change something about how they look — rising to 50% by ages 11–13.
Sources: CDC, Youth Risk Behavior Survey (2023); Ruling Our eXperiences, The 2024 Girls’ Index; Girl Scouts of the USA (2025).
Despite these challenges, girls who attend Boys & Girls Clubs have what they need to thrive.
89%
of Club girls set goals for themselves, and three-quarters say that when something is hard, they keep working at it.
88%
of Club teen girls believe they can pursue any job they want, and 86% already have a career in mind.
89%
of Club girls feel accepted for who they are at the Club.
Sources: BGCA, Youth Right Now Survey (2026)
See What’s Possible When Girls Have Support
When girls have caring adults in their corner and opportunities to explore their interests, they can discover their strengths, find their voices, and begin shaping their own futures.
Meet three Club girls who are turning their potential into purpose — and helping others along the way.
At her Club, Crystal found mentors who encouraged her to trust her voice and explore her passion for STEM. Now, she leads experiments that get kids excited about STEM while pursuing her own dream of a neuroscience career. Read more →
A Club mentor helped Aryiane strengthen her reading skills and confidence one page at a time. Today, she’s advocating for her community, shadowing government officials, and pursuing a future as a criminal defense attorney. Read more →
During a difficult time at home, Nianti found stability, belonging and mentors she could count on at her Club. Their encouragement helped her stay focused on her goals and set her sights on becoming a pediatrician who gives back to her community. Read more →
Help Open More Doors for Girls
The Dove Self-Esteem Project is matching donations to Boys & Girls Clubs of America through October 11, up to $10,000. Double your impact to help give more girls caring mentors, supportive places and opportunities to build confidence, discover their strengths, and grow into the leaders America needs.
More News & Stories
Athlete and aspiring lawyer Brook’Lynn builds community trust through her Boys & Girls Club.
After discovering her passion for advocacy, Ximena got the chance of a lifetime to speak directly to the U.S. Congress, opening the door to new ambitions.
Sometimes you get the call of a lifetime — twice. 19-year-old Boys & Girls Club teen Pearle will perform the national anthem at the World Series again after a life-changing performance last year that she says changed the trajectory of her future.
Thank you to Dove for helping Clubs support girls.
