Lifetime Giving Society

The Lifetime Giving Society honors donors whose cumulative giving to Boys & Girls Clubs of America totals $1 million or more. These visionaries provide critical resources allowing us to expand our reach and services nationwide, so more youth can thrive during out-of-school hours.

Recognition & Benefits:

• Recognition of your name at BGCA headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
• Opportunities for national media and press recognition.
• Invitations to exclusive national events, including National Youth of the Year and BGCA’s National Conference.
• Engagement with BGCA leadership and staff through meetings and summits.

Eligibility: Cumulative giving of $1 million or more. Multi-year pledges are recognized once paid in full. Bequests are not eligible.

Great Futures Giving Society

The Great Futures Giving Society celebrates donors who make unrestricted, annual gifts of $50,000 or more. These philanthropic leaders fuel our mission where it’s needed most, ensuring Boys & Girls Clubs can deliver high-quality out-of-school programming to all of America’s youth.

Recognition & Benefits:

• Name recognition in BGCA’s Great Futures Gallery.
• Personalized updates on the impact of your giving.
• Invitations to national events, including the Summit for America’s Youth and BGCA’s National Conference.

Eligibility: Unrestricted gifts of $50,000 or more made within one calendar year. Multi-year pledges and gifts tied to event benefits are not eligible.

Blue Door Giving Society

The Blue Door Giving Society recognizes donors whose annual, unrestricted gifts of $10,000 to $49,999 open doors for youth across the country. Named after the iconic blue doors of Boys & Girls Clubs, this Society represents a dedicated community of supporters who ensure kids have access to safe spaces, mentors and skill-building opportunities to achieve great futures.

Recognition & Benefits:

• Name recognition in BGCA’s Great Futures Gallery.
• Invitations to regional events, such as regional Youth of the Year events.
• Updates on the impact of your support.

Eligibility: Unrestricted annual gifts between $10,000 and $49,999. Gifts tied to event benefits are not eligible.

Why Join a Giving Society?

The America of tomorrow will be shaped by the way we invest in kids today.

As a member of Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Giving Societies, you’re opening doors to after-school experiences that are affordable for families and accessible to millions of kids.

Whether through a lifetime gift or an annual donation, your support will help keep America’s youth safe, fed, active and learning outside of school hours — gaining the skills and experiences to build great futures for us all. Meanwhile, every dollar you invest in Boys & Girls Clubs has a nationwide impact, returning $10.32 in U.S. economic benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do restricted gifts qualify for Giving Societies?

• Lifetime Giving Society: Yes. All gifts to BGCA are counted toward Lifetime Giving Society recognition.
• Great Futures & Blue Door Giving Societies: No. Only unrestricted gifts qualify for annual Giving Society recognition.

Do matching gifts and donor-advised fund (DAF) gifts qualify?

• Yes. Gifts made through DAFs, donor-designated funds or company matching gifts are eligible, provided they meet the respective Giving Society’s criteria.

Can my partner and I be recognized together?

• Absolutely. Donors can be recognized as individuals or couples.

How will I be recognized?

• Recognition includes your name displayed at BGCA’s headquarters (opt-out available), invitations to special events, a welcome packet and impact reports that show how your generosity is making a difference.