The BGCGS mission statement “To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.” The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Salem provides a “safe place to learn and grow, ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals, life-enhancing programs and character development experiences, and hope and opportunity.” …show more content…
This is the organizations framework and what makes the company successful. All strategies and decision making process must be aligned with the mission statement. Strategic planning is where the BGCGS develops long-term and short-term objectives using the mission statement. For instance, all programs and activities start with the question of “how will the program or activities help us achieve our mission statement?” (Marco Abreu, Director of Operations). One of the clubs which just started is, Torch Club. Torch Club is a leadership program for members from ten years old to thirteen years old. It teaches members to enrich their own lives and the lives of others through service and leadership and by demonstrating good character. Officers are elected and the Torch Club works together to plan activities that promote education, health and fitness. This club aligns with the mission statement by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence among their