Offers K-12 out-of-school programming that fosters an inclusive, informal learning environment for children, teens, and families, with accessible learning activities that build on life skills, Maker philosophies, and wellness concepts. Offers free homework assistance. Introduces hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and Humanities programming. Promotes a love of reading and literacy.

Offers K-12 out-of-school programming that fosters an inclusive, informal learning environment for children, teens, and families, with accessible learning activities that build on life skills, Maker philosophies, and wellness concepts. Offers free homework assistance. Introduces hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and Humanities programming. Promotes a love of reading and literacy.

Based at Barkley Elementary School, PAPA's Move Ahead after-school program helps students in grades 2 through 5 strengthen their academic and social skills. The program operates Monday through Thursday from 3:15 to 5:30 p.m. It offers: - Help with homework and study skills development. - Social interaction skills development. - Daily recreational and enrichment activities. - Monthly trips and workshops.

Offers specialized swim lessons tailored to meet the needs of children with sensory and motor challenges. Their swim instructors are certified in the Swim Whisperers Program and use each aquatic session to empower children to become confident and capable swimmers in a supportive and adaptive environment.

Offers a conference for youth in grades 6-12 at the Coatesville Area High School. Includes regional keynote presenters and workshops about leadership topics including youth empowerment, overcoming adversity, and preparing for the future. Also features a community conversation “for youth and by youth”.

Services: - Before/after-school child care

Teaches essential life skills such as personal hygiene, dressing, meal preparation, money management, and more to teens and young adults who require additional support. These skills enable participants to manage daily routines and activities independently in preparation for life after high school.

Offers free summer learning and reading programs for youth ages 0-18, storytimes, STEM programs, art activities, performances, and much more. Features the Summer Quest game to earn prizes while completing reading and learning challenges. - Stop in the library anytime to play with toys, games, and kids’ computers.

Provides students with backpacks of food every Friday for 35 weeks of the school year. The backpacks contain 2 of each: breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks and drinks. Items may include cereal bowls, granola bars, raisins, ramen noodles, fruit cups, oatmeal, tuna, soup, mac-n-cheese, etc.

HYPE (Healthy Youth Positive Energy) is a student led club passionate about creating a healthy school community through advocacy, peer to peer support, and leadership to prevent substance use and promote positive mental health. By engaging youth directly in a collaborative community-based change effort, HYPE aims to give young people the skills, confidence, and experiences they need to become effective advocates for positive social change. HYPE is: -Student leaders identifying and impacting social issues. -Positive messaging campaigns and activities to promote informed positive choices. -Activities reducing drug abuse, overdose and mental health struggles and suicide. -Advocates for better resources and support for youth in school and the community. CTC supports HYPE by providing training, resources, and support, including funding through mini grants and opportunities to implement their prevention initiatives. CTC supported the expansion of HYPE in AY19-20 to now include (6) clubs in 6 buildings in th

Offers K-12 out-of-school programming that fosters an inclusive, informal learning environment for children, teens, and families, with accessible learning activities that build on life skills, Maker philosophies, and wellness concepts. Offers free homework assistance. Introduces hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and Humanities programming. Promotes a love of reading and literacy.

Offers summer learning and reading programs that include storytimes, STEM programs, art activities, performances, and much more.

Offers a year-round schedule of age-appropriate activities designed to encourage and facilitate good health habits and attitudes, good nutrition, fitness, strength, coordination, skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and a healthy lifestyle.

Offers a collection of more than 6 million items, ranging from books and magazines to art, music, film, and other media. Also provides computers for public use, Internet access, and printing/ copying services. Hosts a variety of cultural and educational events and programs.

Borrowing of books, magazines, tapes, storytime. Use of computers. Offers summer programs.

Offers after-school youth boxing and personal training to children and adults.

Offers a public library with summer programs for children and youth.

Art workshops done outside in the community. Included- Watercolor, Drawing, Origami, Flashmobs. Held at different outdoor locations.

YMCA Summer Playgrounds program.

Provides an Out-of-School Time program in seven low-income housing communities. Offers free social and emotional learning (SEL) programming, field trips, and other opportunities for children from Kindergarten to 17 years old.

Provides an array of public library services. Additional services at this location: - Meeting rooms available to rent - Passport services

Assists in the successful transitions between high school and college and/or work by helping students gain the skills, knowledge, and expertise needed for their postsecondary success.

Offers year round youth educational-recreational programs, community events for parents and seniors, and life skills information for residents of all ages in the Grays Ferry and surrounding South Philadelphia neighborhoods. Also works to reduce teen violence and alleviate neighborhood tensions. Provides mentoring, food and clothing giveaways, and maintains Tynirah's Community Welcome Garden.

Provides a single entry point to help find mental health support and services that meet the needs of youth and their families. Services include assessment; information and referral to mental health support specialists; and positive, pro-social opportunities and activities for youth to help prevent and/or reduce mental health issues. Also provides follow-ups to check on the youth's progress.

Offers K-12 out-of-school programming that fosters an inclusive, informal learning environment for children, teens, and families, with accessible learning activities that build on life skills, Maker philosophies, and wellness concepts. Offers free homework assistance. Introduces hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and Humanities programming. Promotes a love of reading and literacy.