Funding will support operations of existing Boys and Girls Clubs of America, strengthen national and Michigan programs and expand programs into distressed communities. The Boys and Girls Clubs of America provide a safe, constructive and fun after school environment designed to help youth develop the life long tools for success. Funding specifically allows the Clubs to provide vital gang, drug and alcohol prevention programs, education and computer literacy as well arts, sports and leadership programs for young people 6-18 years of age.