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Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley - Van Ness Elementary School

501 N VAN NESS AVE, Hollywood · ★ 4.5 (4 reviews)

The Boys & Girls Club operates an after-school and summer program at Van Ness Elementary School in Los Angeles.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley, which operates programs at various sites, including Van Ness Elementary School. The organization states it has been serving the community since 1940, indicating over 80 years of operation (found on the 'About Us' page). It is a non-profit organization, as evidenced by its name and mission. The website explicitly mentions that 'All staff are background checked and trained in child safety' (found under 'Safety' in the footer). The programs offered are primarily after-school and summer day programs, focusing on academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. The organization is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles for Instagram (@bgcburbank) and Facebook (BGCBurbank) are prominently displayed on the website. While the website details program offerings and safety measures, specific state licensing numbers for individual sites or staff-to-camper ratios are not readily available.
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Since 194680+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley - Van Ness Elementary School fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given community/rec center program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1946 (80 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Address: 501 N Van Ness Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004, USA
  • Phone: (818) 843-1161
  • Email: [email protected]

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley - Van Ness Elementary School

What ages does Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley - Van Ness Elementary School accept?
Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley - Van Ness Elementary School is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
Who runs Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley - Van Ness Elementary School?
Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley - Van Ness Elementary School is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 80 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley - Van Ness Elementary School provide lunch?
Yes — Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley - Van Ness Elementary School includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley - Van Ness Elementary School compare to other community/rec center camps in Los Angeles?
Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley - Van Ness Elementary School is one of 92 community/rec center camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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