The Admirals Boys and Girls Club Marine Academy offers hands-on introductions to practical careers in the marine industry such as carpentry, culinary, boat services, and ship building. Based upon the standard Club design, the new 17,000-square-foot facility incorporates modifications for classroom space where participating youth can benefit from special programs. In Broward County alone, the Marine Industry Assocation estimates that there are more than 109,000 marine-related jobs generating more than $8.8 billion in revenues.

With a shortage of qualified workers, the Admirals Boys and Girls Club Marine Academy has opened the world of marine careers to young people who otherwise would have absolutely no concept of the opportunities that await them. It is a potential workforce for the industry that has been untapped until now - and a valuable stepping stone for the kids.

Yachting industry guest speakers are invited to chat with the kids about their jobs and, hopefully, offer internships that will give true hands-on experience at various yacht brokerages, shipyards, design companies, and other marine related enterprises. The Marine Academy will serve 1,000 youth per year.

Naming Opportunities

We invite you to take this opportunity to assist in the creation of this wonderful facility and program. Listed below are Naming Opportunities which can be aquired through a tax deductible multi-year contribution (click on the layout at right to see an expanded layout view).

Athletic Center - $750,000

Marine Lab - $500,000

Electronics Lab - $300,000
Computer Lab/Classroom - $300,000
Social & Resource Center - $300,000

Culinary Lab -$250,000
Design Art Center - $250,00
Reception Area -$250,000

Administrative Wing - $150,000

Directors Office - $75,000
Athletic Directors Office - $75,000
Program Directors Office - $75,000
Patio - $75,000
Multipurpose Classroom - $75,000

What better way to honor your company, family or friends than by investing in your youth and the future of the employee base for our marine industry?

Contact the Boys and Girls Clubs of Broward County at 954-537-1010 to learn more or to volunteer.