We are dedicated to helping at risk boys living in areas
of ​concentrated poverty in Atlanta ​become successful, independent citizens

what we do

Bankhead Boys Association was established in 1990 as an organization for young men in underserved areas of Atlanta. 
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We blend the influence of corporate work place mentoring, social services, and the values and discipline of scouting into our program to provide a path for opportunity, citizenship
​and leadership.

why we do it

of families live below the poverty level
of children come from a single-parent household
of children do not finish high school
come from an economically disadvantaged homes
A 2018 Bloomberg report based on U.S. Census Bureau calculations and the distribution of household income ranked Atlanta the most unequal large city in the United States. Certain neighborhoods suffer from what’s known as concentrated poverty, resulting in crime, underperforming schools, little to no jobs, and poor housing and health conditions.​

ALUMNI success stories

Jesse Owens: 15 Years in Program
​Currently an employee at USPS
The Bankhead Boys Association has played a major role in my life. It has taught me how to be a great leader, how to use my natural surroundings for tools for survival, self-respect and most of all how to work as a team.

SPONSORS

1100 Westlake Parkway, SW
Atlanta, GA 30336