Organization

Since July 2002, Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) has functioned as the City's youth and human services headquarters, combining the services once provided by Boston Community Centers, the Boston 2:00-6:00 After School Initiative, the Mayor's Office of Community Partnerships, and the Recreation Division of the City's Parks & Recreation Department under one roof. The mission of Boston Centers for Youth & Families is to enhance the quality of life for Boston residents by partnering with community center councils, agencies and businesses to support children, youth, individuals and families through a wide range of comprehensive programs and services according to neighborhood needs.BCYF Administrative Offices are located at 1483 Tremont Street in Mission Hill. Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) is Boston’s largest youth and human service agency with 46 facilities including 21 pools and one beach. BCYF community centers are “hubs of neighborhoods,” where Boston residents can access a wide array of programs, important information and assistance.