C.S. Lewis
“Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another: ‘What! You too? I thought I was the only one.'”
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Why A Gaming Club?
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Gaming clubs serve as a safe space where playing games acts as a "Neutral Platform," enabling students to connect beyond stereotypes.
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Gaming offers educators the opportunity to mentor young people on a personal level.
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Games allow teachers a forum to encourage real social emotional learning.
Our Mission
VGCUSA aims to eliminate social isolation and enhance the lives of marginalized students by establishing inclusive gaming clubs in educational settings, where they can develop social, emotional, and career readiness skills, and form lasting friendships in preparation for the professional world.
Just Push Play!
Promoting CASEL Core Competencies through gaming experiences
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Influence relationship building through casual and competitive gameplay.
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Encourage career readiness by teaching social skills in real time.
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Help break down social stereotypes through the neutral platform of gaming.
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Develop leadership qualities by practicing social philanthropy.
Cadmen's Story
In a quiet corner, a student who struggles with social interactions sits alone at lunch. A perceptive teacher sees this and invites the student to a Video Game Club meeting. Amidst the lively atmosphere of gaming, the student takes part in a game of Mario Kart and starts to feel a sense of community. Without a single word, they connect with other club members, who were once just faces in the hallway. This encounter opens up a new world of friendships for the student, profoundly transforming their life.
“We focused on recruiting 1st-3rd grade students who struggled with social interactions. We meet every Monday after school and have learned about sportsmanship and how to be a good friend. The kids have built a strong sense of community with the older students and it makes me feel good to be a part of this program.”
Chantelle Delaney, Hamilton ES
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
VGC Advisor Testimonial
The Impact of Mentoring
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95% of respondents believe that students can greatly benefit from having a mentor.
85% of participants report that being involved in a mentoring program provides them with a sense of accomplishment, satisfaction, and pride.
83% indicate that mentoring enables students to achieve success independently.
82% observe that participation in a mentoring program enhances students' academic performance.
Camden in 2019
Camden in 2024
Impacting Camden
In 2019, we invited Camden to share with Pennsylvania teachers their experiences as a high school student participating in a Video Game Club (VGC).
In 2024, we requested Camden discuss how being a member of a gaming club has impacted them as a young adult.
Camden represents exactly what VGCUSA set out to do. Make a dent in the universe, one kid at a time!
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You Can Make The Difference
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Do You Stream For Charity?
VGCUSA is a registered 501c3 non-profit who would love your support raising money to purchase starter kits for schools in need!
Want To Make A Donation to VGC?
Kits cost about $750 each and every dollar counts. Make a one time donation, repeating monthly, or purchase a game from our Amazon Wishlist.
Do You Have Energy For Days?
We always have projects we are working on and would love the help in making dreams become reality! Nothing worth doing is easy, right?
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Partner with VGCUSA
The Video Game Clubs of America Charity thrives thanks to the backing of our dedicated fans and corporate sponsors.
If you're interested in joining this remarkable group of supporters, please contact us. We are eager to discuss how we can collaborate and explore potential ways to work together effectively.
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More clubs for kids to connect kids
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More opportunities to teach kids real life STEAM principles
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More chances to make socially awkward students, socially active citizens
YOUR SUPPORT MEANS
“Role-playing games have been a huge part of my life and a huge part of my training as a performer - learning social skills, meeting friends, and being a generally competent person, so I owe a lot to role-playing games.”
Matthew Mercer, Creator of Critical Role
WANT TO JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER FORCE? GOT A QUESTION, DONATION, OR IDEA?
HIT US UP AND HELP MAKE A SMALL DENT IN THE UNIVERSE.
VIDEO GAME CLUBS OF AMERICA
439 Ramsey Avenue, Suite B
Chambersburg, Pa, 17201
Registered Charity: 83-2388950
Email: info@vgcusa.org
@VGCUSA
“1 in 3 students do not feel connected to others while at school.”