You can help provide hope and opportunities for families in need!
Centro Guadalupano’s mission is “to be companions on the journey with immigrant families and the
economically disadvantaged by providing educational programs and human services.” Providing opportunities is what our work is about - The opportunity to
get a better job, to communicate with a child’s teacher, to feel pride in
achieving a higher score in math, to know that you are can succeed!
Centro Guadalupano provides opportunities for success in
four program areas:
English Language Learner (ELL) program: Volunteer
led English classes provide the language skills needed for adults to improve
their employment opportunities and for parents to communicate more effectively
with their children’s schools. Open enrollment and a flexible attendance policy
meet a critical need for adults whose frequently changing work schedules and
family commitments make it difficult to attend other language schools.
Out of
School Time (OST) Enrichment: A blend of academic enrichment with recreational
and cultural arts inspires improved social behavior and academic achievement
for Latino youth in grades K - 8. The cornerstone of our programming and what
makes us unique is the incorporation of cultural arts into our daily after
school activities. We believe that the discipline required to learn a musical
instrument or perform a drama translates into improved confidence that will
enhance academic performance.
Outreach:
Individuals receive assistance with food, housewares and clothing to
meet immediate needs. Meeting basic needs can help stabilize a family during a
crisis as well as provide the support they may need to pursue educational and
work opportunities.
Health and Wellness: Regular health events, ongoing education, and
referrals to health service providers ensures that individuals without health
insurance receive early treatment to avoid more costly interventions. We promote
healthy lifestyles through weekly fitness classes for adults, structured physical activity for children in the after school program, and the promotion of good nutrition and healthy beverage choices.