To inspire and enable all youth, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens. Founded in 1949, ABGC provides high-impact, affordable youth development programs and services for youth ages 6-18 in Alameda, CA. Since our inception, we have changed the lives of more than 75,000 children. We are the only youth development organization in Alameda open to youth from all schools and backgrounds, every day and evening after school and during school vacations. We specifically target low-income and at-risk youth to provide them with the opportunities their more privileged peers receive and to prepare them for a great future.