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to find a fit for your child’s interest and your schedule
- Find programs for kids ages 4 to 18
- Conveniently located across Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties
- Activities including sports, science & math, arts, and more
- Full-time and part-time options to meet your schedule
- Free, low-cost, & financial assistance available
Why Youth Programs Matter
Afterschool and summer programming lifts up the skills youth need to succeed in school, careers, and in life. It gives children and youth opportunities to:
Spark a new interest
in robotics or music
Offer youth-centered space
and sense of belonging
Build academic motivation
and social-emotional skills
Be in a safe place
while parents are at work
Get connected
to caring adults
Skills Improvement
Youth increased their skills by participating in Detroit youth development programs, according to YDRC research.
Belonging
- 56% 56%
56% of students improved relationships with peers and adults.
Learning
- 73% 73%
73% of students improved academic motivation, interesting in learning, critical thinking, and school bonding.
Learning
- 72% 72%
73% of students improved academic motivation, interesting in learning, critical thinking, and school bonding.
Leading
- 71% 71%
71% of students improved perseverance, assertiveness, action orientation, reflection, optimism, empathy, trust, and emotion control.
What to Look For in a quality program
Is the physical environment clean? Does it have adequate facilities for basic needs (water, restrooms, etc.)?
Are there positive relationships between staff and youth that include everyone knowing each other’s names?
Are activities focused on learning and building skills in a fun, active way that youth will enjoy?
Additional United Way Resources
Meet up and eat up
Find your summer meal site, kid-friendly recipes and other tips to keep your family healthy and happy.
2-1-1 Helpline
Talk to a community care advocate by dialing 2-1-1 to find referrals for food, shelter, medical assistance and more.
Early Childhood
Find parenting resources to help your child establish a foundation for lifelong learning.
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