Welcome to the Clubhouse
Our East Austin-based Clubhouse is a place for youth to create memories, learn new skills, develop closer relationships with their professional mentor, or Friend, and make friendships that will last them a lifetime.
Our East Austin-based Clubhouse is a place for youth to create memories, learn new skills, develop closer relationships with their professional mentor, or Friend, and make friendships that will last them a lifetime.
“We’re still learning a lot about each other, but it feels like it’s been forever.” – Pepe, Friend
A carefree night spent laughing with trusted adults, surrounded by people who know them well, is more meaningful than it might appear from the outside.
This year, volunteers from Vista Equity Partners packed 70 backpacks filled with the supplies our youth will need for the year ahead.
This summer, Friends of the Children Austin partnered with Sparks for Success to launch a pilot music therapy program, bringing board-certified music therapists directly to youth in our program.
Soccer connected nearly every part of our summer, from time on the field and matches watched together to soccer-themed learning at Book Camp.
Exceptional guidance shouldn't be a matter of luck or privilege; it should be a baseline promise for every child in our community.
“Listening to music together while we drive, letting her look out the window, can be the most meaningful way to listen to what she wants to say.” – Mary, Friend
Our oldest youth share reflections and hopes as they prepare to enter high school.