BANKHEAD BOYS
We are dedicated to helping at risk boys living in areas of concentrated poverty in Atlanta become successful, independent citizens
Bankhead Boys Association was established in 1990 as an organization for young men in underserved areas of Atlanta.
We blend the influence of corporate work place mentoring, social services, and the values and discipline of scouting into our program to provide a path for opportunity, citizenship
and leadership.
WHY WE DO IT
43%
of families live below the poverty level
60%
of children come from a single-parent household
32%
of children do not finish high school
More than 80 clients have used our services
72%
come from an economically disadvantaged homes
ALUMNI SUCCESS STORIES
Jesse Owens
15 Years in Program
Currently an employee at USPS
The Bankhead Boys Association has played a major role in my life. It has taught me how to be a great leader, how to use my natural surroundings for tools for survival, self-respect and most of all how to work as a team.