Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Bartlett J. McCartin Club

Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Bartlett J. McCartin Club (Bridgeport) provides a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for young people in the Bridgeport community. The club offers a wide range of youth development programs designed to empower members to excel in academics, develop healthy lifestyles, build character, and become responsible citizens.

Programs at the Bartlett J. McCartin Club include academic support and tutoring, STEM education activities, arts and creative expression programs, health and fitness initiatives, leadership development, and character education. The club provides after-school programming during the school year and full-day programming during summer months and school breaks, giving working families a reliable and enriching option for their children.

The Bartlett J. McCartin Club is staffed by caring adult mentors who work to build meaningful relationships with club members and provide the encouragement and guidance young people need to succeed. The club offers access to technology labs, game rooms, arts and crafts areas, and gymnasium space. Members participate in local and national Boys & Girls Club competitions, community service projects, and special events throughout the year. Membership is available at low cost to ensure accessibility for all families in the community, with scholarship assistance available for those who qualify.