The Bankhead Boys Association is dedicated to helping at risk boys, ages 7-18, living in areas of concentrated poverty in Atlanta, become successful, independent citizens.
We accomplish these goals by providing the following:
We accomplish these goals by providing the following:
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Mentoring
We provide mentors to all boys enrolled in the program
Each mentor works at a one of our corporate sponsors, and volunteers 1-2 hours a week. They provide one-on-one mentoring in a populated workplace environment. Mentoring is conducted in various areas such as education, health, money, life skills, and social emotional learning. Our mentors our driven by their own passion to help boys in the Atlanta area, and go above and beyond for them.
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Social Services
Social Services and Individual Assistance is provided as necessary. Staff and Mentors will facilitate assistance in the following areas:
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Scouting
Bankhead Boys Association is a proud member of the Boys Scouts of America.
The troop meets weekly and is in accordance with the National Boy Scouts Association of America guidelines.
Scouting day trips, camping trips, attendance at summer Boy Scout Camps,
and other activities are provided.
43%
of families live below the poverty level
60%
of children come from a single-parent household
32%
of children do not finish high school
74%
come from an Economically Disadvantaged home (receive government assistance and/or are identified as homeless, unaccompanied youth, foster, or migrant)
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