Brockton has a variety of programs, activities and services available for youth. Open spaces and athletic leagues provide fitness and sportsmanship opportunities for young people, while the Brockton Mayor’s Youth Council offers an avenue for service and leadership.

Brockton's Future Leaders

Youth Council

Brockton Youth Council logoYouth can make a difference. But first they need a voice. That means being organized and prepared for action. An effective way to make change and impact our community is through Youth Council.

Brockton Youth Council represents a practical way of enabling our young people to have a meaningful role in helping to solve community problems and share their voice.

By combining their talents and energy to support their city, Brockton youth achieve more  while they contribute to their community. For More information visit: Brockton Youth Council's Facebook Page

Youth Employment

Working Papers

Working papers may be obtained at the Brockton Public Schools' administrative offices at 43 Crescent St. between 2 and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Working papers are only allowed to be issued to students during non-school hours, but you can also during vacation weeks or in the summer (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.). Here are the guidelines as provided through the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office (which oversee the young workers' program).

For more information, visit (link) or the Brockton Public Schools Administrative Office Monday-Friday 8:30-3:30

MassHire Greater Brockton Youth ServicesMassHire Greater Brockton Career Center logo

MassHire Greater Brockton Youth Services
Ages 14-24
508-584-9800
[email protected]

Youth Programs

Boys & Girls Club of Metro South Brockton Clubhouse – 508 584 5209

Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro South logo with two holding hands in blue.

The Boys & Girls Club of America is dedicated to providing every child with equal opportunities to reach their full potential and achieve greatness. The Boys & Girls Club of Metro South focuses on key areas including academic success, character and leadership development, healthy lifestyles, creative expression, sports and recreation, and specialty enrichment programs.

Old Colony YMCA – 508 583 2155

The Old Colony YMCA is a non-profit organization dedicated to fosteringstrong spirit, mind, and body within the community, ensuring an enriched quality of life for all. Its areas of focus include health and wellness, swimming and safety, childcare and camps, sports and activities, community and social services, and family programs.

The YMCA logo in navy blue.

The old Colony YMCA logo in navy blue.

Brockton's Promise

Brockton's Promise The Alliance of Youth logo featuring a red steal wagon.

Brockton's Promise Alliance for Youth works toward providing all youth, and their families in the City of Champions with the tools they need for success. Started in 2003, and modeled after America's Promise, Brockton’s Promise focuses on five “promises”: caring adults, safe places, a healthy start, effective education, and the opportunity to help others. To learn more visit Brockton's Promise on Facebook.

Brockton After Dark

The 2024 Brockton After Dark logo featuring a stylized sunset with horizontal orange and red stripes on a black background. Five silhouettes of kids jumping and playing.

For more than a decade, the Brockton After Dark program has offered a safe, supportive environment on weekday summer evenings, where youth can participate in athletic and enrichment activities while connecting with peers and mentors, all at no cost.

Visit the Brockton After Dark Page Here!

Program Director: Jazmine Bradsher, MSW, LCSW, Director of Social Services, Office of Mayor Robert F. Sullivan
Contact: [email protected] or 508-580-7123

Youth Sports Teams

Brockton Baseball Association

Cheerleading

Football

Soccer

Softball

Baseball

Hockey

A group of youths celebrating together their win with trophy.
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