1969
On March 2nd, the facility on Center Street was completed and the Boys Club of Santa Cruz opens its doors to boys ages 8-15. The Club features a swimming pool, game room, wood shop, art studio, library and a state-of-the-art gym.

1979
After ten years of service, membership at the facility on Center Street grows to reach 1,000.

1990
To recognize the fact that both Boys & Girls are welcome at the Club, the organization name is changed to the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Cruz.

2003
The enrollment age expands to children from 7-18.

2004
The Club marks its 35th year of service to the youth of the Santa Cruz Community. From its inception, over 25,000 children count themselves as members and alumni. Programs at the Boys & Girls Club have grown to include the Santa Cruz Stingrays swim team and Boys & Girls basketball leagues. A computer center, after-school tutoring program, and a student-run café have also been added.

2005
The Boys & Girls Club begins teen programming in Live Oak at The Club in collaboration with the Santa Cruz County Parks & Recreation and the Live Oak School District at Shoreline Middle School.

Future
The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Cruz continues to address current youth issues while growing and changing with the community. The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Cruz recognizes the need to focus on at-risk youth and is working hard to open a facility to the Live Oak area..