INDIAN HEAD, Md. — Local leaders, state officials, and community partners gathered on May 13 to celebrate the grand opening of the Boys & Girls Club of Indian Head, Gordon Croft Clubhouse, marking a milestone expansion for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maryland.
Located at 1 N. Prospect Ave., the new facility will serve youth in the Indian Head area with after-school and summer programming designed to support academic, social, and physical development.
Mayor Brandon Paulin and Town Manager Ryan Hicks were recognized for their long-standing support of the project. The ribbon-cutting ceremony also included remarks from Maryland State Sen. Arthur Ellis, Secretary Paul Monteiro of the Maryland Department of Service and Civic Innovation, Commissioner Thomasina Coates of the Charles County Board of Commissioners, and representatives of the Gordon Croft Foundation, which helped fund the project.
“This new clubhouse is more than just a building—it’s a beacon of opportunity for the youth of Southern Maryland,” organizers shared. The clubhouse is named in honor of the Gordon Croft Foundation’s commitment to youth development in the region.
Joy Hill, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maryland, extended heartfelt thanks to local volunteers, law enforcement, clergy, and board members who helped ready the facility. Special recognition was given to Lt. Everette West and First Sgt. Mark Galgan of the Maryland State Police – La Plata Barrack, Pastor James Bell of House of Refuge COGIC, and board members Jason Henry, Steven Fontenot, and Kisha Flagg for their hands-on efforts in furnishing and preparing the new space.
After-School Programs and Summer Camp Now Enrolling
The new Indian Head Clubhouse is now accepting applications for its after-school program, which operates Monday through Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. Signature programs offered at the site include:
- SMART Girls, a self-esteem and health education program for girls
- Passport to Manhood, a mentorship and responsibility initiative for boys ages 8–17
- Power Hour, focused on academic support and homework help
- Positive Action, a program designed to build self-worth and community engagement
In addition, families can now register for BGCSM’s summer camp, running June 30 through Aug. 8. Families may enroll their children for one week or the full six-week program. “We will keep the kids moving, creating and learning all summer,” organizers said. For details or to register, families may contact info@bgcsm.net.
Visit www.bgcsm.net to learn more about Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maryland or to support the new Indian Head location.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maryland: Locations and Hours
Indian Head Clubhouse
1 N. Prospect Ave., Indian Head, MD 20640
Monday–Friday: 2–6 p.m.
Lexington Park Site (House of Refuge Church)
46694 Midway Drive, Lexington Park, MD 20653
Monday–Friday: 2–6 p.m.
Bayside Boys & Girls Club (North Beach)
9021 Dayton Ave., North Beach, MD 20714
Monday–Friday: 2–6 p.m.
Two-hour early days: 1–6 p.m.
Calvert Elementary School Site
1450 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Tuesday–Thursday: 3:40–6 p.m.
Malcolm Elementary School Club
14760 Poplar Hill Road, Waldorf, MD 20601
Monday–Thursday: 3–7 p.m.
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