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BCYF’s network of community centers offer a wide range of diverse features and programs that are as unique as the neighborhoods they serve.

COVID-19 CURRENT STATUS: 
61 Woodruff Way
Boston, MA 02126
617-635-5252
Our hours are Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Our hours may vary during the summer and school vacations.
Contact:
Boston Centers for Youth and Families
Neighborhood:
Mattapan
GallivanCC@Boston.gov

BCYF Gallivan programs

BCYF Gallivan programs
  • Basketball 
  • Computer Lab Open Access Times 
  • Gym Open Access Times 
  • Senior Fitness and Wellness 
  • Computer Classes 
  • Special Events 
  • Take Back the Kitchen

To learn more about programming at the BCYF Gallivan Community Center please contact the center directly or take a look at our 

  • Amnesty Club 
  • Basketball (check out our Spring Basketball Shootout)
  • Computer Lab Open Access Times 
  • Cricket Club 
  • eScience Tutoring 
  • Flag/Tag Football 
  • Youth Enrichment Program 
  • Girl Scouts 
  • Girls Leadership Program 
  • Gym Open Access Times 
  • Homework Assistance Program 
  • Roller/Inline Skating 
  • Computer Classes 
  • Soccer Clinics 
  • Special Events 
  • Take Back the Kitchen 
  • Youth Development Workshops 
  • Youth Leadership Clubs

Xổ số may mắn hàng tuầnTo learn more about programming at the BCYF Gallivan Community Center please contact the center directly or take a look at our 

We're hosting a 16 and under youth basketball tournament during April vacation! 
The tournament will be run as follows:
  • Dates: Wednesday, April 22 - Friday, April 24, 2020
  • Times: Games will begin at 2:30 p.m.
  • Participants: Youth ages 16 and under; All players are subject to age verification if necessary
  • Format: 8 teams, Maximum of 10 participants per team
    Double-elimination
    Two 15-minute halves, stoppage time the last minute of each half
    Overtime is two minutes
  • Fee: $150 per team; Team shirts will be provided
    Money orders made payable to Foundation for Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Registration Deadline: Friday, April 10, 2020; First come, first served.

For more information please contact James at 617-635-5252 or James.Burke@boston.gov.

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Membership rates

One-year memberships:
  • Adults: $20
  • Teens: $5
  • Youth: $5
  • Seniors: $15
Membership forms:

BCYF Membership Form

BCYF Youth Membership Form

Forma de Informacion para Membrecia

Xổ số may mắn hàng tuầnAll payments for BCYF memberships must be by money order made payable to the City of Boston. Personal checks are accepted for rental payments only. We are working on an electronic payment method and will update you when more information is available.

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