About Us

The Mahomet Area Youth Club (MAYC) is a not-for-profit youth club that serves members in grades Kindergarten to Freshman in High School, and their families. MAYC supports after school programming for elementary, junior high, and high school students titled, “After the Bell”, an all-day programming at the clubhouse during winter, spring, and summer break.

For over 300 youth each year, we work to improve attendance, grades, behavior, and school engagement. These indicators have been proven to enhance high school graduation rates, improve engagement in the community, decrease interactions with law enforcement, and generate long term successes. We are teaching and supporting youth to develop to their fullest potential to become responsible, respectful, caring, and productive citizens.

MAYC History

The Mahomet Area Youth Club was established in 1994 as a satellite unit of the Don Moyers Boys and Girls Club. As a result of financial constraints in 2003, the Mahomet branch was slated for closure. Concerned about serving the youth of the community, a group of dedicated individuals, community leaders, and school administrators set a goal to keep the doors open. A new organization was formed and the Mahomet Area Youth Club was officially recognized as a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

In 2013 MAYC was looking for ways to increase their membership and create quality after school programming. At the same time the Mahomet- Seymour School District was looking for ways to reintroduce enrichment opportunities after budget cuts had limited enrichment during the school day. School administration, MAYC board members, and district parents put their heads together to create after-school enrichment classes that would fulfill both needs. After researching other school districts after-school programming, B.L.A.S.T. was created to best fit the needs of our students and families, offering enrichment opportunities to students regardless of their economic or academic standing. B.L.A.S.T. has been eagerly welcomed by students and parents in our community! Funding for scholarships is provided by MAYC.

In 2017, MAYC relocated the clubhouse to 700 W. Main Street in Mahomet, so youth in the Out of School Programs would have access to better programming, more space, and a safer environment. Community and business support was fundamental in helping the club relocate. The new facility and a renewed focus on programming led to a record number of youth attending the club.