Youth Services
The Salvation Army Central Virginia Red Shield Youth Center is a place for your kids to laugh. A place to learn. A place to grow. A place to belong.
Our programming focuses on our core program areas of education, character development, health and lifestyle, arts, morality, and sports.
After school, children have a designated environment to continue their education and work on homework. Before breaking into recreational programs, children receive a nutritious snack and do devotionals as a group.
Our Summer Day Camp is designed to prevent summer learning loss. Summer learning loss stacks up from year to year, broadening the achievement gap between lower- and higher-income youth. We offer developmentally appropriate, project-based learning materials to help keep children educated and engaged throughout the summer.
OUR YOUTH CENTER IS A SAFE PLACE FOR YOUR CHILD TO
- BELONG with their community of peers
- THRIVE socially and develop interpersonal skills
- LEARN new concepts and grow in their academic confidence
- NOURISH their bodies (daily meal provided)
PROGRAMS TO EMPOWER AND INSPIRE INCLUDE
- STEM lab equipped with 3D printers
- Music recording and production
- Team sports
- Rec leagues (pickleball, dodgeball, basketball)
- Money Matters
- Life Empowerment
- Swim lessons provided by SwimRVA
- Homework help
- College prep
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CORE PROGRAM AREAS
- Education and Career Development
- Character and Leadership Development
- Health and Life Skills
- The Arts, Sports
- Fitness and Recreation
- Spiritual Development
AFTER-SCHOOL COSTS
- AFTER-SCHOOL REGISTRATION FEE:
- One-time, non-refundable, $15 registration fee.
- One-time, non-refundable, $15 registration fee.
- PROGRAM FEE:
- Monthly fee of $75 per child + $25 transportation (see below)
- Monthly fee of $75 per child + $25 transportation (see below)
- NEW: Monthly transportation fee of $25 per child
- Qualifying schools: Bellevue, Chimborazo and Henry Marsh Elementary ONLY.
- Qualifying schools: Bellevue, Chimborazo and Henry Marsh Elementary ONLY.
- REMINDER: Camps during the school year are a separate cost. These include but are not limited to Winter Break and Spring Break Camps.
Central Virginia Area Command Youth Services Information
Youth Services at Central Virginia Area Command
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.
We understand the challenges and opportunities facing young people in our community today. Our dedicated local staff and volunteers are committed to creating a safe and positive environment where young people can learn, grow, and develop important life skills. 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.
Program Schedule
Timezone: -05:00 USA Eastern Time (DST)
Location: The Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Center of Richmond
Link: https://richmond.redshieldyouth.org/
Our After School Program provides a safe, engaging environment where students can learn, grow, and thrive beyond the school day. Through homework support, recreational activities, creative arts, mentorship, and character-building experiences, children build confidence, strengthen friendships, and develop skills for success.
Parents can enjoy peace of mind knowing their children are in a caring, positive setting that supports academic achievement, personal growth, and healthy lifestyles.
The After School Program is offered throughout the school year, with Summer Day Camp available in June and July for continued learning, fun, and enrichment.
Timezone: -05:00 USA Eastern Time (DST)
Location: 3701 R Street, Richmond VA
Link: https://richmond.redshieldyouth.org/
The Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Center of Richmond is a place for your camper to belong, grow, and engage in educational programs to prevent summer learning loss.
Our nine week Day Camp programming will incorporate our six Core Program Areas to empower our campers this summer as they meet new friends and have plenty of fun. Children will also have access to sports, games, academic enrichment, swimming, weekly field trips and more.
CORE PROGRAM AREAS
- Education and Career Development
- Character and Leadership Development
- Health and Life Skills
- The Arts, Sports
- Fitness and Recreation
- Spiritual Development
Timezone: -05:00 USA Eastern Time (DST)
Location: 21457 Happyland Drive, Richardsville VA
Link: https://www.camprappahannock.org/
Any child ages 7–13 who is a member of a local corps community center or The Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Center of Richmond will have the opportunity to attend an exciting overnight summer camp experience at Camp Rappahannock in Richardsville, Virginia. Camp will take place for a week in June or July. Throughout the week, campers will enjoy a fun-filled structured environment designed to help children build confidence, develop friendships, learn teamwork, and experience personal and spiritual growth. Camp Rappahannock offers a wide variety of outdoor recreation, group activities, sports, creative experiences, and camp traditions that encourage children to step away from everyday routines, unplug from technology, and create lasting memories in a safe and supportive setting led by trained staff and counselors. Learn more and register at https://www.camprappahannock.org/
QUESTIONS?
- Call our team at 804.222.3122
- Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Salvation Army Is Here to Help More Kids Learn More Things
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 programs are designed to empower kids to unlock their potential and thrive.
Stats
1,490,912
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.
83,034
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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