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The Youth Center
Keeping kids active and safe. Every day, every year since 1952.
1,014,537
Service Hours
235,570
Hours of Middle & High School Instruction
3,970
Participants in 11
Programs
34 Years
Instrumental Music Instruction
The YC Programs
Since 1952, The Youth Center has served over 100,000 local families. Our mission is to transform children’s lives one family at a time through collaborative social, educational and recreational programs.
After School Academy / Rascals
A low-cost program supervised by adult staff offering tutoring, games,
Read MoreEvery 15 Minutes
A dramatic and effective bi-annual two-day program held on the high school campus that...
Read MoreGirls In STEM
STEM program for girls. Curriculum includes Chemistry, Coding, Technology, Engineering...
Read MoreKids Night Out
A fun evening held monthly for kids ages 5-12. Activities include sports, dance, scavenger...
Read MoreLeadership Academy
Taught by highly regarded professionals, this program teaches teens a variety of life skills.
Read MorePrep for Success Workshops
Workshops to prepare middle schoolers for success in high school.
Read MoreSeasonal Camps
From Spring Break to Winter Break - fun program for kids and peace of mind for parents.
Read MoreTeen Camp
Teens from 12 to 16 can participate in this all-inclusive weekly camp that keeps them on the
Read MoreTutoring
Affordable 1-on-1 help for TK-8 grade students in Math, English, Reading, Writing, and more!
Read MoreView U
Therapy for Kids. Small Groups (ages 7 - 18) Care Solace Provider. In person workshops.
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Upcoming Events
The Youth Center Upcoming Events
We love to host fundraisers, golf tournaments, and the youth volunteer award night.
Everyone is welcome to volunteer or attend our events.
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Opens Saturday after Thanksgiving!
July 17 - July 21, 2023
July 10, 2023
June 12 - August 11, 2023
Latest Stories
What’s Happening
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(Los Alamitos, CA) – The Youth Center’s after-school tutoring program teaches kids from TK...
Youth Center Closed
Los Alamitos, CA (February 24, 2023) – The Youth Center announced today it has been...
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What People Are Saying
I am fortunate to be a volunteer at The Youth Center. I am impressed by how attentive the staff is to the kids & how much the kids seem to enjoy it here.
Michelle MinMan
VolunteerI grew up in Los Alamitos and I remember participating in several programs at the Youth Center. My favorite by far was the Leadership Academy in...
L Cammiso
Client ServedSeeing the impact a death (during the Every 15 Minutes program) had not only on the child but on so many other people really put into perspective the ripple....
Brianna Tomasin
Client Served
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