Boys & Girls Club

…The Burkburnett Boys & Girls Club proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary, honoring decades of transforming lives and providing a safe haven for local youth. Founded by T.M. Cornelius and Pat Norris, the club began in downtown Burkburnett, where work began to secure the property and materials for the building that is still in use today. Tim and Mickey Cornelius fondly remember working late nights with their father to finish the structure. Since its humble beginnings in 1975, the club has evolved from a simple refuge for children into a comprehensive youth development organization. It now offers programs in education, leadership, arts, sports, and career readiness. As the needs of young people have changed, the club has adapted, introducing a STEM Program and enhanced technology resources. With plans for new initiatives and stronger community partnerships, the Burkburnett Boys & Girls Club is poised to continue making a meaningful impact for generations to come.

… Keagan, Ayden, and Sophie have been members of the Burk Boys & Girls Club since 2021. They participate in the After School Program and Summer Day Camp each year. As they have all experienced, the Club is a place to make new friends, learn, grow, and realize their full potential. In late 2023, this family experienced their worst nightmare. They had a home fire and lost many of their belongings. The Boys and Girls Club immediately began collecting daily necessities, household items, Christmas Gifts for the children and anything to help restore some sense of normalcy during this difficult time. This was an easy task as the staff describes these 3 as always in good spirits and a light to those around them. The Club is happy to provide a safe place for these children, as well as so many other families in Burkburnett.