Empowering NYC youth since 1884.
Youth of the Year
Join us for an evening of inspiration May 15, 2024!
We are thrilled to celebrate and honor our amazing teen ambassadors at Madison’s 12th annual Youth of the Year Dinner at Pier Sixty, Chelsea Piers.
Madison turns 140!
We are thrilled to ring in 140 years in 2024!
Since 1884, Madison has been empowering and uplifting the youth of New York City. We are thrilled to ring in 140 years in 2024, to celebrate and to continue supporting the future of NYC and beyond.
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Since 1884, Madison Square Boys & Girls Club has provided a safe, stable, supportive environment for youth in some of New York City’s most under-served neighborhoods.
Celebrating nearly 140 years of helping young people build strong character and realize their full potential as responsible citizens and leaders
Our Clubs are strategically located in neighborhoods with need throughout New York City. 93% of members reported that they “feel safe from harm at this Club."
Safe Place
Our caring youth development professionals serve as positive role models to our members. 95% of members feel that "the adults at this Club care about me."
Passionate Staff
We thoughtfully design our activities to help members reach their full potential. Madison also partners with over 100 community organizations to deliver eye-opening opportunities.
Enriching Programs
Take a Virtual Tour of our Clubhouses!
Latest News & Events
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Annual Report
Over the past few years, our members have been challenged in unprecedented ways, and in their darkest times, when they had nowhere else to turn, they came to Madison. Read our FY2022 Annual Report
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STEM Exploration
This spring and summer have seen a buzz around STEM programming at the Clubhouses, bringing to light members’ curiosity by learning about bugs, birds, plants, AI technology and more!
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Celebrating Madison staff
In honor of National Mentoring month, we are excited to share some recent accomplishments of our Madison staff, who work tirelessly to provide our members with safe and empowering spaces to call home.
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Alum talks college and career
“Madison has gone above and beyond, even after I graduated college, to help me out and to support me in a lot of different ways,” said Madison alum Josh Lebrun.
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"Madison Made Me"
Madison alum Ernest Businelli shares his story. Remembering fondly the Clubhouse and the staff who set him on the path to success, Ernest said, “Madison made me.”
