Chapter 3 - Ethics and Social Responsibility

The Ringleader of Ethics and Social Responsibility

    When it comes to doing what's right and giving back to the community, The Boys and Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) is amongst the top ranks. Clearly stated on their website, the BGCA's foundation for business is to do what is morally right - help youths, enhance other organizations, and preserve our environment. Also, what is so great about the BGCA is that they spark the people around them to be positive even if they aren't members. Some of the celebrities that many of our kids look up to have great character thanks to the local Boys & Girls Clubs. According to the CBS Business Library, Denzel Washington, an alumni of the Boys and Girls Club of Mount Vernon was saluted by the BGCA for his years of support to the organization. Denzel responded by saying:

     
"The club is the reason I'm standing here,"

     It is always great to see someone like Denzel give back to the organization that taught him positive ethics and to never forget his social responsibility. The BGCA shows their social responsibility every single day they are in business, and that's how they earn their income. Communities that help build a business will keep on giving if they feel a sense of appreciation, and businesses do that by giving back.
     

Bristol Boys & Girls Club gives back to their local 99 Restaurant by greeting and seating customers

     That is a prime example of how the good ethics and social responsibility of the BGCA help develop youths into difference-making young adults in their community. Or in simpler terms - teaching youths to BE GREAT.