YOUTH PROGRAMS

Pathways to growth & development

We engage young people in our communities to create safe, fun, purpose-driven programs where they can explore their interests and begin building their futures.  

Our youth programs engage more than 4,300 children and young adults every year and are always free of charge.  

Our after-school programs partner with schools to ensure learning continues in the afternoon hours, giving working parents peace of mind. Homework helps keep kids on task. Sports and the arts help young people learn how to lead and value their own perspectives. Creative cultural activities inspire community activism while awakening lifelong talents. We integrate mentorships, internships, and college access support so young people can envision their own paths forward, whether that means continuing with their education or a chosen vocation. And the fun and learning continue in summer camp and Summer Rising.  

In each of these programs we center youth voice, which helps build engagement and self-esteem.  

Working with young people as they develop emotionally, achieve academically, and grow into leaders is a crucial part of our work to build community strength.  

AFTER-SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Creative, responsive programs where we center children’s voices and choices and support their academic and social-emotional development.

SUMMER CAMP + SUMMER RISING

Fun-filled summers to remember defined by academics, arts, and athletics, plus field trips that give young people access to all New York City has to offer.

THE BEACON PROGRAM

At East Side Community School, our Beacon offers a wide range of focused after-school activities, plus summer camp.

COLLEGE PASSPORT

Our college access and success program partners with young people as they navigate applications, testing, enrollment, freshman year, and more.

EXCEL PROGRAM FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES

Education and recreational activities for children, teens and young adults of all abilities.

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