Outreach Programs

YMCA Outreach is a Christ-centered intervention ministry for at-risk kids and families. The Outreach program strives to assist each child (elementary – high school) in becoming a whole person: spiritually, mentally, socially, and physically.

The core areas of Outreach are:

Y-CAP Program – Offers recreation, tutoring, social activities, devotions, character development, and individual/group meetings. Works in partnership with Juvenile Court and Knox County schools.

Urban Achievers Program – A character building and academic development program.

Black Achievers Program – A leadership development and career exploration program to expose youth to various options and opportunities through which they can make positive life choices. In addition, this program hosts an Annual College Tour for high school students.

OUTREACH GOALS

• To help youth develop a sense of self worth
• Provide positive guidance and direction
• Teach responsibility for their behavior and actions
• Help make productive citizens
• Build positive relationships with youth and family
• Provide character development
• Help develop and improve academic skills