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MISSION The Opportunity Gap In Silicon Valley a region synonymous with innovation and prosperity 29000 children live below the poverty line. At Boys Girls Clubs of the Peninsula we believe that factors like hard work and strength of character should determine a childs outcome in life not their zip code. We empower students with equitable access to opportunities that will help them thrive in school and beyond. In partnership with schools we expand the school day and school year through afterschool and summer programs providing FREE highquality comprehensive services from kindergarten to and through college and career placement.