Providence Center

Today, teens in our Summer Leadership Academy had their Youth-Led Distribution, which included a box of shelf stable groceries and fresh produce, a bag of hygiene products, and a spin at the wheel for a gift that ranged from art kits and water bottles, to phone chargers, or a Target gift card.

The youth handed out 70 bags to the local community in less than 30 minutes. This was their summer community project in collaboration with Health Promotional Council, Nutrition and Active Living Department.

We're so proud of their commitment to serving the Fairhill community!

This week, teens in our Summer Leadership Academy had their first field trip of the summer to Chamounix Equestrian Center.

They learned about the organization, including their Work to Ride program and their new $15 million dollar indoor polo arena and training facility. They also got to feed, lightly groom, and learn some horse facts.

We’re looking forward to more adventures and learning opportunities this summer!

Photo highlights from our Illuminate the Future fundraiser. Thank you for making it a memorable event!

Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and many individual donors, our Illuminate the Future event raised over $115,000. Thank you! Stay tuned for the full photo gallery from the event.

Special thank you to our venue, Overbrook Golf Club, our invitation designer, Molly Ryan, and our emcee Pat Ciarrocchi.

We'd love to introduce you to just two of our star clients:

Alaisha is in the 4th grade and this is her 2nd year in our Power Afterschool Program. When she first started our program, she was shy, quiet and had limited English-speaking ability. These days, she is quite the conversationalist! From the moment we pick her up from school, she's telling us about all about her day, engaging in small talk with her peers and staff, and has been a big support with translating questions and instructions for her program peers that are in a similar position as she was last year. The growth she's displayed over the last year and a half has been a joy to witness.

Kenny wanted to improve his English in order to pursue better work opportunities and feel more confident in professional settings. Through consistent participation in class, he is building his communication skills and confidence speaking with others, and he is excited to be pursuing employment. His journey is a strong example of how adult education helps people move forward for themselves and their families.

These are the stories we'll be celebrating next week - stories of growth, resilience, and possibility. And there's still time to join us! Purchase your tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/providence-centers-illuminate-the-future-event-tickets-1982022412390?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

I’m proud to share a special project by my son, Najee. For his senior project in his honors TV Production course, he created a mini documentary about Providence Center, focusing on our history, mission, and the founding belief in “a love full of action.” As a mother, it’s incredibly moving to see him honor our work through his own perspective, and I’m excited to share it with a community that continues to carry our mission forward.

Siria Rivera, M.Ed.
Chief Executive Officer
Providence Center

A Love Full of Action Thank you to Najee Israel and Collingswood High School's Paw TV Club for creating this video!