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.
Service Hours
Hours of Middle & High School Instruction
Participants in 11
Programs
Instrumental Music Instruction
Our flexible day camp program was developed with busy kids in mind.
Teens from 12 to 16 can participate in this all-inclusive weekly camp that keeps them on the
Read MoreA low-cost drop-in program supervised by adult staff offering tutoring, games, sport.
Read MoreA fun evening held monthly for kids ages 5-12. Activities include sports, dance, scavenger...
Read MoreTaught by highly regarded professionals, this program teaches teens a variety of life skills.
Read MoreA dramatic and effective bi-annual two-day program held on the high school campus that...
Read MoreChildcare for non-school days provides fun for kids and peace of mind for parents.
Read MoreKeeping kids active and safe. Every day, every year since 1952.
Help us during the fun holiday season. Give your time in local community to help youth. We appreciate and value our volunteers!!!
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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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.
I 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...
Seeing 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....
