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Causes: Human Service Organizations, Human Services
Mission: To conduct various programs intended to transform inner city "at risk" youth on the north side of pittsburgh into successful, contributing and functionable members of society.
Programs: Athletic programs consist of basketball, baseball and soccer leagues, and sports clinics. 1,450+ participants in various athletic programs where all events were conducted in a safe environment. The youth were supervised by qualified adults who provided models and coaching on how to demonstrate superior social and team work skills in a competitive environment. This includes respect for authority, for others, for self and the property that is being used. Also taught was a sense of self worth while developing physical skills in the programs.
summer youth camp programs - summer internships, an eight week summer day camp for children in grades 1-8, and other summer programs. 203 participants in summer day camp in 2017 where 100% either maintained or improved their math proficiency and 93% either maintained or improved their literacy proficiency. There were 65 leaders working with the youth who participated in a wide range of activities including field trips, camping, healthcare screening, vision screening, guest speakers, and a variety of physical activities. This was in addition to the academic refreshment for literature and math.
performing arts - for youth from k to 12th grade an opportunity to develop their musical, artistic, and performing abilities under the direction of qualified and experienced adults. Programs include urban impact choir, children's choir, performing arts academy, urban impact singers, and shakes, a shakespearian performing experience. There were over 500 youths that participated in one or more of the programs. The choir performed in a number of public venues including churches, and light up night. The urban impact singers traveled to eastern pennsylvania and new york to perform in front of a variety of audiences.