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ESTABLISHED: In 1888, the Ethical Society of St. Louis formed one of the first settlement houses west of the Mississippi river and named it the North Broadway Settlement House. Through many changes in location on the North Side of St. Louis, the Youth & Family Center evolved.

MISSION: The mission of The Youth & Family Center is to help youth, families and older adults achieve fulfilling lives by providing innovative social, educational and recreational resources and to serve as an anchor for the Near North Side of St. Louis.

POPULATION SERVED: The Youth & Family Center serves children and families that reside primarily in the fifth ward of the city of St. Louis. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the fifth ward is 95 percent African-American, with 31 percent of the population holding at least a high school degree (or its equivalent). High unemployment rates (11 percent of the eligible population is unemployed) are prevalent, and those that are employed earn an average of $10,491 annually. Youth & Family Center parents are among the lowest median income earners in the state of Missouri, earning an average of $7,994 annually.

CHARITABLE STATUS: The Youth & Family Center is a charitable organization under IRS Sec. 501(c)(3).

PROGRAMS OFFERED: Youth & Family Center programs serve nearly 1,000 people each year. Programs are primarily focused on young people ages 5 to 17 and include:

Access For All Technology Initiative provides comprehensive computer training for children and adults. The Initiative also places technology in low-income households and operates a Community Computer and Internet Lab. Each year, over 100 computers are placed in the homes of course graduates.

Sports Programs offer kids the chance to be part of a team, to learn cooperation, sportsmanship, persistence and self-control. Kids 5 to 15 can participate in basketball, golf, soccer and tennis.

Jazzy Seniors Program provides nutritious meals and social interaction for adults age 60 and older.

Science & Technology Program seeks to increase enthusiasm and appreciation for the power of technology, among children living in low-income households. Children participating in the program engage in web-based communications, project management and relationship building with students on the continent of Africa.

After School Program provides educational and recreational activities to school age children, ages 5 to 13. Every school day, volunteer high school and college students provide tutoring, homework assistance and mentoring. In addition, kids can choose from enrichment classes like cooking, dancing and even circus skills! Field trips allow the children to experience the rich heritage of St. Louis first-hand, with visits to places like The City Museum and the Science Center.

CAMP-IN-THE-WOODS is a residential camp that serves kids ages 8 to 12. Eight weeks of camping are available for boys and girls each summer. Activities at the 82-acre camp include swimming, cookouts, nature hikes, archery and even scuba diving!  

CONTACT ANDREW R. SUTTON 314.853.7709 ANDREW@CHARITABLEHARVEST.COM