Each Boys & Girls Club, though chartered by the national Boys & Girls Clubs of America, is an independent non-profit 501c3 organization governed by a local volunteer board of directors. Each Club is responsible for its own budget - including raising the revenue required to provide exceptional services to youth. Our Clubs in Detroit Lakes and Perham raise funds mainly through personal charitable contributions, contributions from the business community and service organizations, and through special events. Check out the fun events we offer all year-round - come and hang out with us - we'd love to see you!

Polar Fest Plunge

The Polar Fest Plunge is a fundraiser for Boys & Girls Club of Detroit Lakes that is held every February on the Saturday of Presidents' Day Weekend. Full of chills and thrills, this is an event you won't want to miss! Whether you're daring enough to jump into Little Detroit Lake in the middle of winter, want to heave-ho in our our on-ice tug o' war, or just cheer someone on - there is something fun for you at the Plunge! Mark your calendars now for our 22nd Annual Polar Fest Plunge coming up on Saturday, February 17, 2018!

2017 Polar Fest Plunge

Giving Hearts Day

Giving Hearts Day is a one-day, online fundraising event hosted by Dakota Medical Foundation and the Impact Foundation. This event benefits both our Detroit Lakes and Perham Clubs. Watch for more information on how you can give from the heart and make a difference in the life of a child on Giving Hearts Day 2018!

Appreciation Event

Each spring, our Club family gathers for a special night of reflection and celebration. This is an invitation-only event for Club staff, volunteers, board members, and special guests.

Ride for the Future

Ride for the Future is a motorcycle ride held each year in July. Featuring an approximately 100-mile ride through beautiful Minnesota lakes country, this event is becoming a favorite "friendraiser" for our Clubs in Detroit Lakes and Perham. This ride focuses on raising awareness of our mission and work. Mark your calendars for our 7th Annual Ride for the Future coming up on July 14, 201 and check back here for details in the spring!

WE Fest RV Raffle

Each summer, Boys & Girls Clubs of Detroit Lakes and Perham partners with WE Fest to give away a brand-new RV plus WE Fest box seats and camping to next year's WE Fest. This raffle event is a lot of fun - engaging thousands of people around our mission.

2017 WE Fest RV Raffle Winner