Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties (BGCSDC) is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 Great Futures Academy School-Year Program, which will launch on August 12, 2024, at Club locations, school sites, and designated 21st Century Community Learning Centers across Sarasota and DeSoto Counties. The 2024-2025 program provides members, ages 6 to 12, from different school locations, with a safe place to access award-winning youth development activities after the school day. The Great Futures Academy School-Year Program features educational, recreational, and developmental activities with youth development professionals that empower children to excel in school, become leaders, adopt healthy habits, and plan for success after high school graduation. Daily snacks are served to program participants at no additional cost. The online application is available at bgcsdc.org.