With our partners, we build strong foundations through programs that empower children and families to lead successful lives.

Teen Empowerment is a one-of-a-kind seven-week summer life skills camp for upcoming 9th through 12th grade students. Participants will explore career and training opportunities that match their interests and aptitudes. Each teen leaves with a post-high school graduate plan at the end of camp.

Questions? Contact our Youth Department Program Director, Alicia Williams at awilliams@laurelcivic.net or 941-483-3338, Ext. 101 or Program Assistant, Vanita Moses, at vmoses@laurelcivic.net, Ext. 104.

TEEN EMPOWERMENT SUMMER PROGRAM!

Reading is a lifelong skill that affects every part of a child’s life and is an indicator of future success. During this 7-week program, volunteers work with children to improve their reading and comprehension skills. The summer reading program is a performance-based incentive program to prevent the “summer slide” that happens when kids are out of school.

Questions? Contact our Youth Department Program Director, Alicia Williams at awilliams@laurelcivic.net or 941-483-3338, Ext. 101 or Program Assistant, Vanita Moses, at vmoses@laurelcivic.net, Ext. 104.

K-3rd GRADE

SUMMER READING!

Volunteers are currently needed to assist the Staff and Teachers in our Afterschool Academic Program.

Our academic program supports children and teens with their homework and school assignments so that they are able to comprehend and be confident in their schoolwork. Our program goal is to have our students be above average academically. Students work with staff, teachers, and volunteers, Monday-Thursday, and on Friday we offer special programs that are fun and educational. Our hours are 3:30–5:30 p.m.

Questions? Contact Youth Program Director, Alicia Williams at awilliams@laurelcivic.net or 941-483-3338, Ext. 101

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

The John Jefferson Youth Empowerment Programs

 

Youth Empowerment

We believe that children can overcome challenges at home, in school, and in life if we show them the way.

 

Learning Empowerment

We believe that children need to succeed academically to become independent and self-sufficient adults.

 

Teen Empowerment

We believe that providing teens with life skills allows them to set themselves on a course for future success.

 

 

Our Alumni

We are very proud of the accomplishments of our students who partake in our Youth Empowerment Programs. Learn from them the difference that you can make. Visit our Alumni Page to learn more.

Growing Strong STEMs

Adult Programs

Hand Up!

We believe that understanding fiscal management, interviewing and employment placement skills leads to financial independence and hope for the future.

Life Skills

We believe that helping people learn to effectively function better as a family, community member, and in the workforce reduces stress and provides pathways to success.

Access to Independence

We believe that people who have access to programs that help alleviate issues of hunger, housing, and medical care can focus on building a more stable, self-sufficient future.

 

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Community Empowerment

We believe that adults living on the margins of society can achieve self-sufficiency when armed with the skills and training to overcome life challenges. This allows them to be productive in their community, and gives them hope for a brighter future for themselves and their families.

Food and Emergency Financial Assistance

One of the biggest challenges facing many families is hunger. Our Client Choice Food Distributions in partnership with All Faiths Food Bank are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 10 am-12 pm and 4-6 pm. Anyone in need of food is welcome. We also have an Emergency Financial Assistance program available for families in crisis.

Make a Difference

Flanzer Philanthropic Trust Extends Matching Program Through 2024

The Louis and Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust has extended its contribution matching program through 2024.

Contributions can be made via PayPal, credit cards or check. Donation amounts are limited to $500 per month per agency, per household, with a maximum of $3,000 per year per agency. Be sure to Select Laurel Civic Association!