Fr. Flanagan believed youth is the world’s greatest asset and its hope. Hope should shape how we live. At Boys Town, we remind youth and families that hope can transform even the hardest situations.

Celebrity visits to Boys Town inspire and uplift kids, showing them they are seen, valued, and worthy of a bright future. These moments of hope create lasting memories and spark new motivation.

When a child comes to Boys Town, it’s often because their world has fallen apart, and they desperately need someone to believe in them. Founded by Father Edward Flanagan in 1917, Boys Town is a place

Boys Town’s JROTC was presented a photograph on Aug. 30 with crew members of the USS Nebraska submarine stationed in Bangor, Washington, wearing Boys Town caps and holding Boys Town flags.

Boys Town students recently embarked on an enlightening journey through the Black Vote Matters (BVM) Tour.

When Lexi arrived at Boys Town, she felt lost, but with the support of her Family-Teachers and therapists, her confidence grew. “Boys Town supported me in ways I didn’t even realize I needed."

Boys Town has been identified as one of the first intentionally integrated communities in America.