Youth Services | Aurora Corps Community Center
Investing in the next generation by offering mentorship, after-school programs, summer camps, and other services.
Aurora Corps Community Center Youth Services | Aurora Corps Community Center Information
The Salvation Army is committed to empowering young people and providing them with opportunities to thrive. Our local youth programs offer a variety of activities and services designed to inspire, educate, and support young people. Our dedicated local staff and volunteers are committed to creating a safe haven to complete homework, play sports, learn music, gain new skills and nurture their talents.
We understand the challenges young people in our community are facing today. Many youth who participate in these programs may not otherwise have access to such opportunities. Through mentoring, tutoring, summer camp, music programs, and recreational activities, we strive to help young people in our area reach their full potential.
How you can help:
- Volunteer: Share your time and talents to mentor young people.
- Donate: Support our programs and help us provide essential services.
- Spread the Word: Share our mission and encourage others to get involved.
By working together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of young people in our community.
The Salvation Army empowers youth through:
Head Start and Early Head Start programs provide young children and their families a chance to learn in an educational and creative environment. Programs also meet the needs of teen mothers and homeless families
The Salvation Army is the largest music educator in the world, with offerings in brass, vocal, guitar, drums and more. It is important to provide additional creative outlets for youth, teens and adults to share their experiences, hopes, dreams and fears. Creative programs are available at most Salvation Army community centers.
The Salvation Army community centers provide after-school programming to give youth and teens a safe place to complete homework, learn new skills and relax with their friends.
Weekly scout-style and mentoring programs are designed to support youth and teens as they navigate their world and grow into adulthood. Topics addressed can include bullying, peer pressure, making a positive impact on the community, family life, and more.
Recreation, sports, and fitness programs help kids learn the value of health, physical activity and teamwork. Recreation and sports programs are available at most Salvation Army community centers.
Wonderland Camp provides week-long summer camp options for youth, teens and seniors with a different theme each week. Most Salvation Army community centers host day camp during school breaks and the summer.
Get paid as a Summer Camp Counselor at The Salvation Army Wonderland Camp. We are accepting applications for a number of positions. Housing and meals are included. If you have any questions please contact Janelle Shumaker, Assistant Camp Director - Programs at 262-889-4305 x 107
Give a kid a better chance. Help a kid learn more.
After-school programs have been proven to foster social and academic development as programs provide safe and structured environments for kids during after-school hours, oftentimes filling the space between the end of the school day and when parents return from work.
We know that every parent wants the best for their child’s future. Sometimes, in a world filled with distractions and challenges, finding the right support system can make all the difference. From homework assistance and tutoring to encouraging higher grades and boosting motivation to team-building activities and cooperative learning experiences that help develop essential social skills, our after-school programs are designed to empower kids to unlock their potential and thrive.
Stats
1,394,526
children attended youth programs at a Salvation Army last year
1 in 5
children are left alone to take care of themselves after the school day ends.
466,817
children and adults attended a Salvation Army camp last summer, where we served nearly 900,000 meals
Help build a safe space for a kid to grow, learn, and build lifelong skills.
Donate today to provide essential youth services in your community, empowering the next generation and creating opportunities for education, mentorship, and personal growth to help them reach their full potential.
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