The West End Center for Youth offers a variety of programs tailored to assist children and teens in many ways. We provide an After School Program, Educational Services, Family Care, and a Summer Program. - 100+ children are currently enrolled.
- Children range in age from 5 to 18 years old.
- One third of the children are on the A-B honor roll.
- 93% passed the math state standardized tests. 93% passed reading.
- Children who attend the West End Center contend with a number of challenges that can be barriers to success for them. Some of those challenges are listed below.
- 86% of the children are living in a home headed by a single parent.
- More than 85% of the children live in poverty.
- The median income of the families is $15,000.
- Many of the children have an identified special need (chronic health needs, mental health needs, special ed-ucation, ADHD, or multiple needs).
Today, the West End Center serves 200 children each year who live in many of Roanoke's disadvantaged neighborhoods. The goal of the program is to equip children with the developmental assets they need to become productive, responsible adults. In order to accomplish this goal, West End Center offers a comprehensive program.
West End Center's staff, board of directors and corps of volunteers have had the privilege of participating in the growth and development of a number of fine young adults. Some have enrolled their own children in the program. Some have gone on to college. Some have served in the armed forces. Many are pursuing successful careers. A few have even come back to work at the Center.
Each of these successful young people is a testament to the ability of this grassroots, community-based program, working in partnership with loyal supporters, to make a difference in the lives of young people.
For more information visit the West End Center website.
Also visit the Spooky Sprint Website for West End Center's latest charity event.