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Teens Need our Support

1,200

middle & high school youth in our community are unstably housed.

14.7%

of students considered suicide in 2020.

1 in 10

students have used electronic cigarettes.

1 in 3

victims of human trafficking are under the age of 18.

The Project

"The Club" Teen Center


A Community Hub

The Risdal Family Center for Great Futures will serve as a community hub for all middle and high school youth offering life-changing programs in areas such as:

  • The Arts
  • Workforce Readiness
  • Education
  • Sports & Recreation
  • Health & Wellness
  • Character & Citizenship

The Details

  • The Location: 804 W Catalpa St. Adding a campus-like atmosphere to Grant Avenue Parkway.
  • The Space: Study Spaces, Media Room, ESports Lounge, Library, Game Room, Health Clinic, Art Room, Outdoor Spaces, Chill Space, Barber Shop, Mental Health Clinic, Gym, Needs Store, Cafeteria, Teaching Kitchen, Dance & Fitness Studio, Innovation Space and MORE!
  • The Campaign Goal: $12 Million
  • The Partners: Springfield Public Schools, Area Sertoma Clubs, Care to Learn, CoxHealth, Burrell Behavioral Health and many more!

Ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration on August 18 at 10 AM!

Support the Teen Center Today


We have already secured $11.3M of our goal!

Help us make the Risdal Family Teen Center for Great Futures a reality by contributing today!

Become a Naming Donor & Leave a Legacy:

Gymnasium

Description: Our full-size gym serves as the heartbeat of the Teen Center—hosting sports leagues, dances, and community celebrations. It’s where team spirit and confidence are built!

Naming Gift: $1,000,000

Kitchen/Dining Hall

Description: Teens learn cooking and nutrition through hands-on culinary workshops. Our community dining space hosts meals and gatherings—nourishing both bodies and belonging.

Naming Gift: $50,000 each

Main Entry Lobby

Description: Our welcoming hub—secure check‑in area with seating, information, and artwork showcasing teen life.

Naming Gift: $50,000

Games Room/Concession Stand

Description: Our games room is a high energy space with table top games & pool. Our Youth-ran snack bar offers training in customer service and entrepreneurship.

Naming Gift: $25,000 each

 

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Teen Center In The News

Springfield Business Journal

Slimmed-down legislation by Gov. Mike Kehoe does not include money for Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield, which last month warned it may lose millions of dollars in expected state funding.

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