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YMCA OUTREACH: SOLUTIONS & ACHEIVERS | YMCA OF THE IOWA MISSISSIPPI VALLEY

Helps the schools, parents, and community in an effort to prepare young people to become successful and productive citizens. The program focuses on the YMCA core values of Character, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility, tied with the Six Pillars of Character Development to enhance the self confidence, motivation, and self esteem of the participants. The program is site-based and operates at different schools sites in the community. Every group at each particular site meets at different times. The program identifies at-risk youth that are potential leaders and are currently underachieving.

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SUMMER YOUTH DEVELOPMENT DAY PROGRAMS | BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF CENTRAL-SOUTHWEST IOWA

Provides a variety of summer activities for youth and teens. Activities include arts and crafts, a game room, free meal program, club technology center, fitness center, boys and girls sport activities and leagues and brain games. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack are provided.

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YOUTH ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMMING | BAY, THE

Offers activities and programming for youth ages 4-18, at the physical spaces at The Bay Lincoln and The Benson Community Center in Omaha.

OPEN DROP-IN HOURS: After school, evenings, and weekends.

CAMPS, LESSONS, AND WORKSHOPS: Seasonal; pre-registration required. Includes:

- Summer Camps

- Skate School

- Fashion School (Lincoln only)

- Beatmaking School (Omaha only)

COMMUNITY EVENTS: Recurring weekly (Lincoln only) or monthly (Omaha only). Includes:

- Fashion and Makers Markets

- Concerts

- Gaming/E-Sports Tournaments

- Skate Competitions

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LEAP (LE GRAND ENRICHMENT & ARTS PROGRAM) | LE GRAND CITY OFFICES

Offers a one month summer recreation program for local children ages 5-11. Promotes art, music, crafts, physical activity, and access to a wide variety of programs.

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MESKWAKI RECREATION AND COMMUNITY CENTER | MESKWAKI NATION

Offers areas and equipment to promote an active lifestyle, as well as various types of training, classes, youth activities, and child care.

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AFTER SCHOOL & SUMMER PROGRAMS | NORTHSTAR FOUNDATION

After school and summer activities include STEM programming, music, art, culinary programming, photography, academic support, career readiness support, college visits, chess, lacrosse, basketball, soccer, rock climbing, and hiking.

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SCHOOL PROGRAMS | WILL COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE

Offers hands-on learning incorporating science, social studies, history, art, math and language arts.

Other programs offered:
- School programs
- Field trips
- Bus scholarships
- In-school programs
- Virtual programs
- Home school groups
- Youth groups
- Teaching students with special needs
- Resource loan kits

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AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVE PLAY AND HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE | BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF CENTRAL-SOUTHWEST IOWA

Offers youth development programs for youth between the ages of 5-18. The Club is open to all youth and offer a variety of after school activities, including academic and team building exercises. Homework assistance is also provided as well as an after school snack.

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TECH MENTORSHIP PROGRAM | PI515

Offers a six-month immersive experience in computer science and critical thinking, led by industry professionals from partners like John Deere and Principal Financial. Students build a strong foundation in Python through hands-on coding and classroom instruction, collaborate with peers, and explore a wide range of careers in technology. Upon completion, students may earn 3 college credits.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS | NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS OF JOHNSON COUNTY(NCJC)

Offers child care programs designed to meet the developmental needs of children.

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SUMMER DAY CAMP | WILLKIE HOUSE INC

Provides a summer camp June - August, Mon-Fri 7:30 am-6 pm. Elementary and Middle School ages ages 5-12.

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Y FACILITIES | MARSHALLTOWN YMCA-YWCA

Offers various recreational and educational programs for the entire family.

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ACHIEVER PROGRAM | YMCA OF ROCK RIVER VALLEY

A leadership development program that exposes teens to a wide range of educational and career opportunities that build positive self-esteem, self-respect, and social moral character.

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS | FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF LINCOLN

Provide life-long learning opportunities by partnering with schools, families and neighborhood residents to promote youth development and stronger communities through before and after school programs, Community Learning Centers and youth summer programs.

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YOUTH SERVICES | AMERICAN RED CROSS - ILLINOIS REGIONAL HEADQUARTERS

Youth services provides courses on topics including first aid for children, disaster preparedness, water safety, and babysitting for children. Also offers youth volunteer opportunities and service learning projects for middle and high school students.

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS | GIRLS INC. OF OMAHA

Social development, social recreation, art, dance, drama, and physical education.

Education support (grades K-12) including tutoring and computer training. STEM activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math).

Career development (7-18 years), including non-traditional careers.

Family counseling

USDA Meal Program, nutrition education, gardening

Adolescent pregnancy 4-component prevention program for girls 9-18 years old.

Pathfinders Mentoring Program matches girls, ages 5-16, with professional women in the Omaha business community to work on academic and personal goals. Scholarships may be awarded at the end of the successful completion of high school and the Pathfinders program.

Transportation to programs.

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LGBTQ+ SUPPORT PROGRAM | YOUTH OUTLOOK

Offers safe, supportive, and respectful environments for children, adolescents and their families, provides wellness Education, leadership development, and community education. Youth Outlook Drop-In Centers meet weekly to support each other and discuss topics of interest to the participants.

Other offerings include:

- Rainbow Sprouts, a social program for children K-6 and their parent/family/guardian.

- Youth Leadership Program: provides opportunities to help run drop-in centers, assist with volunteer training, organize special projects, participate in community education, and advise the agency board through the Youth Advisory Board.

- Transcend: a program for transgender youth, provides a forum to discuss issues such as gender identity, hormone injections, legal issues, etc.

- THRIVE: A support group for parents, foster parents, guardians, and full-time caregivers of LGBTQ+ teens.

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PREVENTION SERVICES | YSS

Offers programs designed to prepare youth to make healthy choices through prevention, education, and enrichment activities. These services aim to provide early awareness, intervention, and out-of-classroom support to equip children and adolescents with the tools they need to stay on a positive path. Programs address a variety of critical issues, including:

- Substance Use Prevention

- Smoking and/or Vaping Cessation

- Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention

- Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention

- Suicide Prevention

- Youth Violence Prevention

- Juvenile Delinquency Prevention

- Human Trafficking Prevention

- Child Abuse Prevention


Additionally, youth enrichment programs are offered to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical, and academic potential. These programs may include arts and crafts, academic workshops, sports, reading clubs, and other recreational, cultural, and civic activities.

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS | BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF CEDAR RAPIDS

Offers a variety of sports and physical education, summer program and other activities for youth. Rents a room for parties and events and offers volunteer opportunities.

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HEART (HOUSING EDUCATION AND REHABILITATION TRAINING PROGRAM) | FOUR MOUNDS FOUNDATION

The Heart- Housing Education and Rehabilitation Training Program is a broad-based community partnership providing at-risk school students with opportunities to complete their high school diploma through a non-traditional classroom and service learning experience

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COMMUNITY CENTER AND SENIOR CENTER | CITY OF LAVISTA COMMUNITY CENTER

Community center. Offers sports and cultural programs for youth and adults.

Senior center located within the community center is open Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM - | FREEDOM FOR YOUTH MINISTRIES

Offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth

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PEER GROUP | LINN COUNTY CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Linn County Peer Group Program is free for Linn County children enrolled in the Cedar Rapids School System. This program provides quality programming to youth with low self-esteem and inadequate social interaction skills through the use of social/recreational activities and positive peer group identification. Attendance has shown to improve communication skills, social skills, life skills and build solid friendships.

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CLUB AND SOCIETIES | GIRL SCOUTS OF GREATER IOWA - HEADQUARTERS

An organization dedicated solely to girls in an accepting and nurturing environment, where girls can build character and skills for success in the real world. In partnership with committed adults, girls can develop qualities that will serve them all their lives--strong values, social conscience, and conviction about their own potential and self-worth.

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