Challengers Boys & Girls Club

Founded in 1968 by Lou Dantzler, Challengers Boys & Girls Club has developed into an award winning, nationally-recognized youth organization. Our mission is to promote the optimal social development for at-risk youth ages 6-17. We accomplish this by providing constructive and positive alternatives to alienation and juvenile delinquency through comprehensive programs focusing on: health and physical education; personal and educational development; parent involvement; cultural enrichment; and various social and recreational activities – all designed to motivate, educate and elevate the children and teens of South Los Angeles to become productive, caring, responsible members of society. Our programs include: • Daily sports and recreation activities, including tennis instruction and tournaments, basketball, soccer, track, game rooms, fitness games, flag football, dance, aerobics, and more; • Homework assistance and educational support, including tutoring, mentoring and college prep; • Leadership progr