For nearly 20 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Illinois (BGCSI) has provided safe, inclusive, educational spaces, best-in-class programming, and supportive adult mentors to thousands of young people in our communities. Regrettably, we have been put in the position that we will no longer be able to operate and will have to close our doors. The Board of Directors made this unfortunate decision after much discussion and exploration of feasible options that would allow for continued operation of the organization. Therefore, BGCSI will cease operations effective Friday July 21, 2023. During this closure, our board plans to explore partnership opportunities within the community that will allow for reopening and securing long-term sustainability. We remain committed to our Club members, their families, and communities who have supported us for almost 20 years and recognize how much the children and their families need us. We want to provide hope and opportunity to the youth of Southern Illinois, just as we have to hundreds of children since we opened our doors in 2004. We hope that you share this vision and support us during this difficult time. For additional information, please contact Russell Williams, Board President-rwleadership@gmail.com or Cordy Love, Board Vice-President – cordy1906@gmail.com.