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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston
Safe after-school programs for kids and teens with homework help, sports, arts, leadership development, and healthy meals.
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EligibilityYouth ages 6-18
Fees$25/year membership
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
HoursAfter school - 7pm; summer camps available
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