CCoM October: Coleman A Young, Detroit MI
This months community center takes us to the motor city of Detroit, MI! C.A. Young Community Center is located in northeast Detroit. The center has been serving the community for nearly 30 years and is named after the city’s 1st African American mayor and outspoken politician, Coleman A. Young. If you are ever in between Vernor and Lafayette, take a minute to visit the center and volunteer to help!
CCoM September: John C. Birdine, Atlanta GA
In the heart of southwest Atlanta, John C. Birdine Neighborhood Center is a cornerstone of the community. The staff serves a 77% Black American population with a facility the community enjoys frequenting. Birdine offers a variety of services ranging from day care to youth and social services programs. If you live in SWATS, step in and help out!
CCoM August: Lester CC, Memphis TN
Lester Community Center located in East Memphis, TN serves a 55% Black community with a wide range of activities and programs. The educational program is very popular among school age children with ‘Homework Help’ and ‘Read to Succeed’ programs. If you live near this community center and have some free time, stop by and ask if you can help in any way!
CCoM – July: West Charlotte CC, Charlotte NC
July’s Community Center of the Month is West Charlotte CC in Charlotte NC! The center serves a 53% Black community with a gymnasium, multi-purpose rooms, and fitness center. Many programs are available for the community including Meck Teen X-Treme Summer Camp, traditional team sports, and tutoring. Please contact the center for more information about upcoming events!
CCoM – June: Ira Jinkins CC, Oakland CA
Our June Community Center of the Month is Ira Jinkins CC at 9175 Edes Ave in south Oakland. It serves a 54% Black community with programs such as elementary drop-in, Teen Club, and “Just Say No” Youth Power. The on-site facilities are made up of a multi-purpose senior center and the Brookfield Branch Library. It has been a community mainstay for 17 years. Stop by and get involved!