After School/Camps/Mentoring

In this section, find out about:
● Free & Low-Cost Programs
● Settlement House Programs
● General Programs & Camps
● City Recreation & Parks Programs
● Resources to Help Find a Program
● Arts Programs
● Business Programs
● Faith-Based Programs
● Grief Support Camps
● Internship & Pre-College Programs
● Programs for Military Families
● Science & Technology Programs
● Spring Break Camps
● Programs for Youth with Special Needs
● Mentoring & Leadership Programs

● FREE & LOW-COST PROGRAMS ●
After School All-Stars Columbus
Provides free after school programs for middle school youth ages 12 to 15, with programs ranging from kickball to poetry and drama. This program serves youth at several schools and Blackburn Recreation Center.
263 Carpenter Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 257-1678
- www.asascolumbus.org
Asian American Community Services (AACS) Healthy Asian Youth Program
Offers after school and summer tutoring and mentoring programs for children in grades K to 12, including educational, ESL (English as a Second Language), college preparatory and career enhancement activities.
4700 Reed Road, Upper Arlington, Ohio 43220
(614) 220-4023, ext. 223
- http://aacsohio.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio
The community-based program matches children ages 5 to 14 with an older Big Brother or Big Sister friend. The school-based program in Franklin, Union and Delaware counties allows students to meet once a week at their school with a mentor who can help them reach career and academic goals.
1855 East Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
(866) 892-BIGS or (866) 892-2447
- www.bbbscolumbus.org
Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus
Serves youth ages 6 to 18 from all over Columbus. For a very low cost, the club provides members with access to after school programs, gymnasiums, play areas, teen centers and libraries at 2 locations in Columbus. They have summer programs and scholarships available as well.
  • Milo-Grogan Clubhouse
    1012 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
    (614) 294-4366
  • Westside Clubhouse
    115 South Gift Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
    (614) 221-8830
- www.bgccolumbus.org
Center for Latin Hope (Centro Esperanza Latina)
Provides after school programs for youth ages of 9 to 16 during the school year. Activities include computer, exercise, dance and leadership classes. They also offer free math and reading tutoring.
2300 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
(614) 275-1825 or (614) 358-3584
- www.centerforlatinhope.org
City of Refuge Point of Impact (CORPOI)
Their after school and summer programs serve Franklin County at-risk youth ages 10 to 14 for a low cost. They also have a free tutoring program offered to students in grades K to 8 throughout the school year.
3480 Refugee Road, Columbus, Ohio 43232
(614) 231-9564
- www.corpoi.org
Columbus Recreation & Parks Capital Kids
Offers academic programs and a safe place to learn and play after school and during the summer for a very low cost. Capital University students provide homework help, and programs are offered in anger management, substance abuse, violence prevention and recreation.
  • Beatty Community Center
    247 North Ohio Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43203
    (614) 645-3635
  • Douglas Community Center
    1250 Windsor Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43211
    (614) 645-3636
  • Marion Franklin Community Center
    2801 Lockbourne Road, Columbus, Ohio 43207
    (614) 645-5456
  • Sullivant Garden Community Center
    755 Renick Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
    (614) 645-5587
- http://parks.columbus.gov
Columbus Metropolitan Library Homework Help Center
Offers free programs and events for children and teens throughout Columbus. They provide free supplies and homework help after school, including services in Spanish and Somali. Go online to search by location or date.
96 South Grant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-2ASK or (614) 645-2275
- www.columbuslibrary.org
Columbus Recreation & Parks School’s Out Program
The School's Out summer program allows children ages 6 to 14 to take part in a variety of activities all day, Monday through Friday, at 4 recreation centers in Columbus. This program is open to residents of Columbus that meet certain income guidelines, for a very low cost.
  • Blackburn Recreation Center
    263 Carpenter Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
  • Howard Recreation Center
    2505 North Cassady Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43219
  • Marion Franklin Recreation Center
    2801 Lockbourne Road, Columbus, Ohio 43207
  • Thompson Recreation Center
    1189 Dennison Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 645-8597 or (614) 645-3300
- http://parks.columbus.gov
Columbus Urban League Urban Warriors
This after school program for African American male students ages 12 to 18 is focused on violence prevention and youth mentorship in Columbus City Schools. Transportation is provided.
788 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 257-6300
- www.cul.org/urban_worrior.aspx
Communities in Schools ELITE Program
Minority male students ages 9 to 12 within selected Columbus and Whitehall schools meet weekly at school for about an hour, either during school hours or after school. The weekly meetings have a specific focus, such as conflict management, decision making and goal setting. The program also offers field trip experiences and summer opportunities.
510 East North Broadway, Columbus, Ohio 43214
(614) 268-2472, ext. 11
- www.ciskids.org/success-through-cis/elite
Community for New Direction
Their after school groups for youth ages 5 to 14 meet to discuss many topics, including violence and drug prevention. They also offer in-school groups, Latino groups and a summer day camp. Their annual college tour in April for youth ages 14 to 18 tours several historically black colleges and universities.
2096 West Mound Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
(614) 272-1464
- www.cndonline.org
Directions for Youth & Families Ohio Avenue Youth Center
Offers after school and summer camp programming for youth ages 8 to 17 living in the 43205, 43206 and 43207 area codes. The free after school program includes instruction in art, computers, music, photography and recreational activities. Call for information about their summer program.
657 South Ohio Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 258-8043
- www.dfyf.org
Directions for Youth & Families Short Stop Youth Center
Offers free programs and homework help for youth ages 7 to 18 Monday through Friday during the school year. They also offer dance, theatre, music and art programs. Call for information about their summer program.
1066 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 299-5541
- www.dfyf.org
Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools Summer Camp
The free “Test Drive Your Future” summer camp helps students in grades 6 to 8 explore career options.
4465 South Hamilton Road, Groveport, Ohio 43125
(614) 836-4350
- www.eastlandfairfield.com
EnterpriseWorks After School & Summer Programs
The Career Center for Youth provides free after school programs for children ages 10 to 13 and targets families with a low income, minority and immigrant students. They have a free summer day camp for students completing grades 5 or 6. All programs help kids with career exploration.
1055 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 228-1043
- http://enterpriseworks.biz
Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services
The after school and summer programs prepare children and teenagers for proficiency tests, provide homework help, give health information, train youth in computer skills and organize soccer clubs.
1060 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 252-5362
- http://ethiotss.org
Habitat for Humanity Youth Programs
Provides several free programs for youth ages 5 to 25. Children and teens can learn about homeownership and become involved in their local communities.
3140 Westerville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43224
(614) HABITAT or (614) 422-4828
- www.habitatcolumbus.org
J. Ashburn Jr. Youth Center
Provides year-round programs, including a free after school and summer program for children in grade K through 5, tutoring services, computer lab activities, sports, prevention activities and internship opportunities for students with physical, sensory or learning disabilities.
85 South Clarendon Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43223
(614) 279-0012
- www.jashburn.org
Kaleidoscope Youth Center
Offers free programs and services for youth ages 12 to 21 who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) or are questioning their sexual orientation. Center programs are confidential and provide life skills and job readiness programs, support discussion groups, creative arts workshops, HIV education, drug prevention groups and social activities.
1904 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 294-KIDS or (614) 294-5437
- www.kycohio.org
Kicks for Kids Soccer Mentoring Program
Offers year-round soccer camps and health education for at-risk boys and girls ages 4 to 18. The cost is free, including uniforms and equipment.
340 North Twentieth Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 258-HELP or (614) 258-4357 or (614) 253-7690
- www.k4kwusa.org
Ohio Hispanic Coalition Youth & Education Programs
Latino students ages 6 to 12 can participate in free after school educational programs throughout the school year and during the summer months. Instructors speak Spanish and English.
3556 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
(614) 840-9934 or (614) 275-1755
- www.ohiohispaniccoalition.org
Project Prosperity & Faith
Offers several after school and mentoring programs for youth, including a program for foster kids ages 5 to 21, a money management program for youth and an after school tutoring program.
1234 South Washington Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206
(866) 888-3739
- http://projectprosperityfaith.com
Salvation Army After School Learning Center
This free program focuses on academic achievement in the areas of math and reading for Columbus Public School students in grades 1 though 8. Program participants receive tutoring, proficiency test preparation and personal development after school and during the summer.
  • West Mound Worship & Service Center
    2300 West Mound Street, Columbus, Ohio 43204
  • East Main Street Worship & Service Center
    966 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
  • Citadel Worship & Service Center
    1394 Karl Road, Columbus, Ohio 43224
  • Livingston Elementary School
    825 East Livingston Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 437-2155
- www.salvationarmycolumbus.org
Somali Community Association of Ohio
Offers English classes, after school and Saturday tutoring, free computer access and soccer programs for Somali youth.
3422 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43224
(614) 262-4068
- www.somaliohio.org
Somali Women & Children’s Alliance (SWCA)
The after school program provides tutoring and educational activities for children ages 5 to 18 who have limited English skills and continues during the summer months with regularly scheduled activities.
2210 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
(614) 473-9999
- www.swaca.org
Strategies Against Violence Everywhere Students Network (SAVESNet)
Helps students at Linden McKinley High School and South High School build self-esteem, make good decisions, resolve conflicts, prevent violence and be positive role models in the community.
92 Jefferson Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 228-5400
- www.saveforyouth.org
TriVillage Mentor League
The weekly school-based mentoring program pairs Upper Arlington, Marble Cliff and Grandview Heights teen mentors with children enrolled in the after school programs in the Upper Arlington and Grandview Heights school districts. They award at least two college scholarships each year to volunteer teen mentors and also offer several summer camp opportunities.
3600 Tremont Road, Upper Arlington, Ohio 43221
(614) 255-7942
- www.mentorleague.org
YMCA Leaders Club
This year-long program is for youth in grades 7 and 8. Under the leadership of YMCA professionals and peer mentors, participants learn leadership skills. This program is available at most YMCA locations in central Ohio.
40 West Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 539-1770
- www.ymcacolumbus.org
● SETTLEMENT HOUSE PROGRAMS ●
Central Community House Youth & Family Services
Children in grades 1 through 8 are transported to and from several schools in southeastern Franklin County for before and after school care. Children and teens can also participate in summer and after school programs.
1150 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 252-3157
- www.cchouse.org/prog3.htm
Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resources Center
The Kids Club is a free after school and summer program for elementary youth Monday through Friday at Clinton Heights Lutheran Church. The program helps improve academic performance and provides recreational activities for kids. The program is not limited to children in the Clintonville-Beechwold area but often has a waiting list.
14 West Lakeview Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43202
(614) 268-3539
- http://clintonvillecrc.org
Gladden Community House
Provides free after school recreation on a drop-in basis from 3 to 5:30 p.m. for youth less than age 18, as well as a summer day camp and a teen leadership program. All programs are for youth living in the Franklinton area (zip codes 43204, 43215, 43222 and 43223).
183 Hawkes Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43223
(614) 227-1600
- www.gladden-us.org
Godman Guild Youth & Family Services
Offers after school and summer programs for youth in grades 3 through 5 living in the 43201 area. They also offer free after school and summer programs for teens, focused on career development and leadership.
303 East Sixth Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 294-5476
- www.godmanguild.org
Neighborhood House
Offers after school and summer programs and camps, including trips like the annual college tour. Programs are open to children throughout Columbus.
1000 Atchenson Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 252-4941
- http://colsnhi.org
St. Stephen’s Community House Youth & Family Services
After school programs, summer programs, developmental groups and tutoring are provided for at-risk youth living in the Linden area.
1500 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43219
(614) 294-6347
- www.saintstephensch.org
● GENERAL PROGRAMS & CAMPS ●
Adventure Education Center Summer Camp
Offers summer camps for children in grades 1 to 10, including exploration and outdoor skills camp. Week-long, full-day sessions (some with overnight stays) run from late June through July.
535B Lakeview Plaza Boulevard, Worthington, Ohio 43085
(614) 846-8946
- www.supergames.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters Oty'Okwa Summer Camp
Offers week-long, overnight programs during the summer for children ages 6 to 14. The camp is in Hocking Hills. Reduced fees are available for children enrolled with Big Brothers Big Sisters.
1855 East Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
(614) 839-BIGS or (614) 839-2447
- www.bbbscolumbus.org
Boy Scouts of America Simon Kenton Council
This program serves 17 counties in central Ohio and includes around 35,000 youth members. It builds on the strong traditions of youth and community service, including cub scouts for boys ages 7 to 10, boy scouts for boys ages 11 to 18 and venturing for boys and girls ages 14 to 21. They offer year-round camping opportunities.
1901 East Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
(800) 433-4051 or (614) 436-7200
- www.skcbsa.org
Camp Fire USA Central Ohio Council
Offers overnight camps, day camps, family camps and grief camps. Camp Wyandot in Hocking Hills is the site for many programs, but other programs are located near Columbus.
1890 Northwest Boulevard, Columbus, Ohio 43212
(614) 481-8227
- www.centralohiocampfire.org
Central Ohio Workforce Investment Corporation (COWIC) Youth Works Program
Disadvantaged youth throughout Ohio can enroll in summer or year-round programs to improve career skills and learn how to be successful in the workplace. The sites change from year to year, and the programs are offered to teens ages 14 to 19 in school and teens ages 16 to 21 who have dropped out of school.
1111 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 559-5052
- www.cowic.org
Columbus Academy Summer Experience
Offers half and full-day summer programs in academics, arts and athletics for grades Pre-K through 12, including courses for high school credit. Courses are very diverse and include ballet, yoga, Spanish, sailing, photography and more, and participants do not have to be Academy students.
4300 Cherry Bottom Road, Gahanna, Ohio 43230
(614) 509-2267
- www.columbusacademy.org
Columbus Montessori Education Center
Camp Montessori is for grades 1 to 6 and includes local field trips, special guests, and private morning swimming lessons at the Eastmoor pool. The Children's House Summer Program is for ages 3 to 6. Two sessions are available with all-day or morning options.
979 South James Road, Columbus, Ohio 43227
(614) 231-3790, ext. 24
- http://columbusmontessori.org
Franklin Park Conservatory Summer Camp
Full-day camps for children in grades 1 to 6 and half-day camps for preschool and kindergarten students are available. Topics include art, acting, gardening, music and more.
1777 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 645-5923 or (614) 645-8733
- www.fpconservatory.org
Girl Scouts Ohio’s Heartland Council
Helps girls build strong self-esteem and learn skills such as financial literacy, teamwork, respect for the environment and appreciation of the arts. Girl Scouts is open to girls ages 5 to 17. They also offer overnight and day camps for both members and non-members.
1700 WaterMark Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(800) 621-7042 or (614) 487-8101
- www.gsooh.org
Liberty Farm Summer Horse Camp
Offers week-long horseback riding day camps for children ages 6 to 15 of all different skill levels (beginners to advanced riders). They also offer after school and winter programs.
2620 Fisher Road, Columbus, Ohio 43204
(614) 279-0346
- www.libertyhorsefarm.com
Marburn Academy
Summer programs in July are offered for children ages 5 to 13 who need to improve their language, math and writing skills.
1860 Walden Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43229
(614) 433-0822, ext. 107
- www.marburnacademy.org
Ohio 4-H Youth Development
Offers programs throughout Ohio to individuals ages 5 through 18. Click to find your county office where you can join a club in your area. Summer camps and after school clubs are offered on a wide range of topics, including canoeing, crafts, engineering, animal science and finance. Fees are minimal.
2105 South Hamilton Road, Columbus, Ohio 43232
(614) 866-6900 or (614) 292-4444
- www.ohio4h.org
OSU Department of Recreational Sports
Offers several programs for youth, including Football Saturdays, Camp Now & Then (fun and games for kids on sporadic days when children are not in school during the school year), Snow Day Camp (for activities on school snow days), and Camp Recky (a summer day camp). Also, the adapted recreational sports program serves people with disabilities. Programs like swimming are offered to infants as young as 6 months of age, and gymnastics is offered at age 1.
337 West Seventeenth Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43210
(614) 688-8787
- www.recsports.osu.edu
OSU Youth Programs & Camps
Offers several camps for children in grades 1 through 12. Topics covered include career exploration (medicine, engineering, technology), sports and foreign languages.
190 North Oval Mall, Columbus, Ohio 43210
(614) 247-6398
- http://p12.osu.edu/camps.php
Wellington After School & Summer Option
Offers a wide range of fun and challenging summer and after school programs for grades Pre-K to 12. Course offerings include chess, yoga, robotics, music, cooking and more.
3650 Reed Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
(877) 517-7883 or (614) 457-7883
- www.wellington.org
Welsh Hills Summer Camp Program
Offers half and full-day programs in Granville, Ohio for children ages 4 to 12 during the summer.
2610 Newark-Granville Road, Granville, Ohio 43023
(740) 522-2020
- www.welsh-hills.org
YMCA Before & After School Care
Offers state-licensed before and after school care at over 55 schools throughout central Ohio, including Bexley, Circleville, Columbus, Hamilton, Olentangy, Pickerington, South Western, Teays Valley, Whitehall, Worthington and the Catholic Diocese. Programs allow for activity choice and provide an educational curriculum, including homework help. They also offer childcare on days when schools are closed throughout the school year.
40 West Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 224-1142
- www.ymcacolumbus.org
YMCA Camp Wilson
This is a week-long, overnight camp in Bellefontaine offering swimming, boating, archery, campfires, food, singing, sports, nature and horseback riding for children ages 7 to 17. Financial assistance is available.
2732 County Road 11, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311
(800) 423-0427
- www.ymcacolumbus.org
YMCA Day Camp
Offers themed week-long summer day camps for grades 1 to 10 at multiple locations in central Ohio. They also offer financial assistance.
40 West Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 224-1142
- http://ymcacolumbus.org/daycamp
YMCA Teen & Youth Programs
Teen Nights, High School Hoops, Teen Leaders Club, Leaders-in-Training and Minority Achievers are just a few of the programs for teens. The YMCA also provides an environment where children can feel safe, have fun and build trusting relationships.
40 West Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 224-1142
- www.ymcacolumbus.org
● CITY RECREATION & PARKS
PROGRAMS ●
Bexley Recreation & Parks Jeffrey Summer Camp
Full-day and half-day camps are available during the summer for children ages 4 to those entering grade 9.
165 North Parkview Avenue, Bexley, Ohio 43209
(614) 559-4300
- www.bexley.org
Columbus Recreation & Parks Summer Camps
Offers a wide variety of summer camps for children. Go online to look at their comprehensive list of programs.
1111 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 645-7000 or (614) 645-5980
- http://parks.columbus.gov
Dublin Community Recreation Center
Offers spring break and summer camps for kids of all ages. Programs are available for kids with special needs as well.
5200 Emerald Parkway, Dublin, Ohio 43017
(614) 410-4550
- www.dublin.oh.us/recreation
Gahanna Parks & Recreation
Day camps in Gahanna are available for children ages 5 to 12 during the summer. They also have financial scholarships available.
200 South Hamilton Road, Gahanna, Ohio 43230
(614) 342-4250
- www.gahanna.gov
Grandview Heights Parks & Recreation
Provides summer recreational, educational and fitness programs for children of all ages.
1515 West Goodale Boulevard, Grandview, Ohio 43212
(614) 488-3111
- www.grandviewheights.org
Grove City Parks & Recreation
Offers before and after school programs for children in grades K to 4 in the Grove City area. They also offer part-day and full-day summer programs and outdoor activities which are open to all children in grades K to 6 in the Southwestern City Schools district.
4035 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio 43123
(614) 277-3050
- http://parks.grovecityohio.gov
Groveport Parks & Recreation Department
Has many classes and programs throughout the year at their outdoor water park, recreation center, parks and athletic fields.
7370 Groveport Road, Groveport, Ohio 43125
(614) 836-1000
- www.groveportrec.com
Hilliard Recreation & Parks Department
Offers summer week-long day camps for children ages 6 to 12. They also have a variety of programs for children and families throughout the year.
3800 Veterans Memorial Drive, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
(614) 876-5200
- http://hilliardohio.gov
Metro Parks Nature Programs
Click for a complete list of summer nature camps for children in grades pre-K to 9. They also offer a variety of weekend programs and events at various parks throughout Columbus and surrounding areas.
1069 West Main Street, Westerville, Ohio 43081
(614) 891-0700
- www.metroparks.net
Pickerington Parks & Recreation Department
Offers a variety of summer programs and classes.
100 Lockville Road, Pickerington, Ohio 43147
(614) 833-2211
- www.ci.pickerington.oh.us
Reynoldsburg Parks & Recreation Department
Offers a variety of programs for children (starting at age 2), teens and families.
7232 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068
(614) 322-6806
- www.ci.reynoldsburg.oh.us
Upper Arlington Parks & Recreation Department
Offers a variety of camps, classes and activities for youth of all ages and interests, with sports, arts, science and fitness offerings.
3600 Tremont Road, Upper Arlington, Ohio 43221
(614) 583-5300
- www.uaoh.net
Westerville Parks & Recreation Department
Provides a wide variety of programs for children, teens and adults, including aquatics, recreation, sports and special needs programs.
350 North Cleveland Avenue, Westerville, Ohio 43081
(614) 901-6500
- http://www.westerville.org
Whitehall Department of Parks & Recreation
Provides some classes and events for people living in the Whitehall area.
402 North Hamilton Road, Columbus, Ohio 43230
(614) 863-0121
- www.whitehall-oh.us
Worthington Parks & Recreation Department
Offers many year-round programs for youth.
345 East Wilson Bridge Road, Worthington, Ohio 43085
(614) 436-2743
- www.worthington.org
● RESOURCES TO HELP FIND
A PROGRAM ●
Action for Children
Serves 7 counties in central Ohio and offers free resources to help parents find quality child care in their area. Click to search their child care database for after school programs.
78 Jefferson Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 224-0222
- www.actionforchildren.org
American Camp Association (ACA)
Allows individuals to find camps that are accredited by the ACA. Families can search for a camp according to age, location, activities, special needs, cost and more.
5244 Bandon Court, Dublin, Ohio 43016
(800) 837-2269
- www.acacamps.org
Columbus Parent Magazine Summer Guide
Publishes a directory of summer camps in the Columbus area every year. Go online to see their most recent list of summer camps.
7801 North Central Drive, Lewis Center, Ohio 43035
(740) 888-6000
- www.columbusparent.com
Kids Camps.com
An online summer camp directory that connects people with camps in the U.S. and worldwide. Camps are organized by category, including sports, academic, adventure, religious, arts and special needs.
909 North Sepulveda Boulevard, El Segundo, California 90245
(877) 242-9330
- www.kidscamps.com
Ohio Afterschool Network
Contains comprehensive information for providers and professionals about after school care.
6660 Doubletree Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43229
(877) 547-6978
- www.ohioafterschoolnetwork.org
Online Columbus Ohio
Contains a listing of day camps in the Columbus area organized by theme, including sports, academics, arts, church-based and special needs.
- www.onlinecolumbusohio.com/daycamp.htm
Parents for Academic Challenge and Enrichment (PACE)
Their website has a list of local summer camps for gifted and talented students.
- http://summer.columbuspace.org
● ARTS PROGRAMS ●
Art for a Child’s Safe America Foundation (ArtSafe)
Youth Gift is an after school partnership with the YWCA that provides at-risk children ages 5 to 13 with visual arts, dance, oral history and writing programs.
2799 Winchester Pike, Columbus, Ohio 43232
(614) 237-9077
- http://artsafe.org
BalletMet Summer Dance Camp
Full and half-day summer camps for children ages 5 to 13 are available to help children learn ballet, tap, modern jazz, yoga, improvisation, music and more.
322 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 586-8631
- www.balletmet.org
Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD) Programs
Creative Summer Workshops are a series of intensive workshops for youth in grades 1 through 12, offering quality art instruction taught by arts professionals. They also offer Saturday Morning Art Classes, which provide art and design education to children in grades 1 through 12. Scholarships are available.
60 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 222-3248
- www.ccad.edu
Columbus Museum of Art Summer Programs
Offers a host of activities, such as drawing, art programs, family programs, musical performances and free admission to the museum during the summer months.
480 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 221-6801
- www.columbusmuseum.org
King Arts Complex Summer Camp
Offers a visual and performing arts summer camp for children ages 5 to 12. Limited financial assistance is available for those who qualify.
867 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 645-KING or (614) 645-5464
- www.thekingartscomplex.com
Thurber House Summer Writing Camp
Offers several creating writing summer camps for children entering grades 2 through 8. Scholarships are available as well.
77 Jefferson Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 464-1032
- www.thurberhouse.org
Transit Arts
Offers free workshops for youth ages 12 to 21 in visual arts, dance and writing through the Central Community House.
1150 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 252-3157
- www.transitarts.com
● BUSINESS PROGRAMS ●
Junior Achievement of Central Ohio
Offers many after school programs for grades 3 to 12. All programs teach money management and business skills. Programs are offered throughout central Ohio, including Franklin, Licking, Fairfield and surrounding counties. College scholarship opportunities are available to students who have participated in Junior Achievement programs.
68 East Second Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 704-3707
- http://jacols.org
Ohio Business Week Summer Program
Provides a week-long summer program that gives high school students from around the state a unique, hands-on experience with business at Ohio Dominican University. Limited financial aid is available for those who qualify.
1572 West First Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43212
(614) 488-6327
- www.ohiobusinessweek.org
● FAITH-BASED PROGRAMS ●
Christian Assembly
Offers low-cost summer camps for students in grades 3 through 5.
4099 Karl Road, Columbus, Ohio 43224
(614) 261-8440
- www.christianassembly.com
First Church of God
Offers a variety of faith-based programs for youth, including personal tutoring, music, sports and youth mentoring.
3480 Refugee Road, Columbus, Ohio 43232
(614) 338-8338
- www.1stchurch.net
First Community Church Camp Akita
Day and overnight summer camps in Hocking Hills are offered for children in grades 1 to 12. They also offer a family camp in September.
3777 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43221
(614) 488-0681
- www.campakita.org
Jewish Community Center (JCC) Summer Camps
Camp opportunities are available during the summer for children ages 2 to 14. A wide range of summer camps are offered, including lego camp, horseback riding, white water rafting and trips to amusement parks. There is also a camp for those with special needs ages 5 to 22.
1125 College Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43209
(614) 231-2731
- http://columbusjcc.org/summer-camps
Stowe Baptist Center
Offers after school tutoring help to students in grades 1 to 12 on Monday nights. They also have a program called Cross Town Kids for children ages 7 to 12 on Friday evenings.
888 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206
(614) 445-8400
- http://stowecenter.com
Vineyard Community Center The Zone After School Program
Provides homework help, creative arts, dance and sports after school and during the summer to youth in grades K to 8. Some transportation is available. The program runs Tuesdays through Thursdays and is free for families with a low income.
6000 Cooper Road, Westerville, Ohio 43081
(614) 259-5500
- www.vineyardcommunitycenter.org
● GRIEF SUPPORT CAMPS ●
Kidscene Camp
A summer day camp for children in grades K through 6 who have experienced the loss of a loved one takes place every year at Camp Mowana in Mansfield. The camp is sponsored by Hospice of North Central Ohio.
371 Cline Avenue, Mansfield, Ohio 44907
(419) 281-7107 or (800) 952-2207
- http://hospiceofnorthcentralohio.org
● INTERNSHIP & PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS ●
African American & African Studies Community Extension Center (AAASCEC)
Offers many programs for youth, including a week-long summer overnight program at OSU for high school students, poetry workshops, computer classes and a science club. Programs are designed to provide students with an appreciation for African American culture. Financial help is available, and many of the activities are free.
905 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 292-3922
- http://aaas.osu.edu
American Legion Auxiliary of Ohio Buckeye Girls State
Girls State is for teens entering their senior year of high school who are in good academic standing and want to learn how government works, develop leadership skills and practice good citizenship. The week-long program is offered every summer to more than 900 girls across Ohio, and participants in the past have included many famous people.
PO Box 2760, Zanesville, Ohio 43702
(740) 452-8245
- http://buckeyegirlsstate.org
American Legion Buckeye Boys State
Boys State is for teens entering their senior year of high school who are in good academic standing and want to learn how government works, develop leadership skills and practice good citizenship. The program is offered every summer to more than 1000 boys across Ohio, and participants in the past have included many famous people, including Neil Armstrong.
60 Big Run Road, Delaware, Ohio 43015
(740) 362-7478
- www.ohiobuckeyeboysstate.com
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Disease Detective Camp
The Global Health Odyssey Museum, in association with the Smithsonian Institution, presents this academic day camp in Atlanta for students who will be high school juniors and seniors. Campers learn how the CDC safeguards the nation’s health and learn about careers in public health. The program is free, but campers must pay for their own lunches and transportation.
1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30333
(800) 232-4636
- www.cdc.gov
Columbus Council on World Affairs
Provides excellent programs for Columbus high school teens who are interested in leadership and international issues. Students collaborate with community groups and businesses to learn skills in areas such as interacting with the media, making legislative change, direct social service, event planning, speech-making and more.
51 Jefferson Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 229-4599
- http://columbusworldaffairs.org
Columbus State Community College Kids in College Camp (KIC)
KIC is a two-week day camp “college” learning experience for kids entering the 4th, 5th or 6th grades and takes place on Columbus State’s main campus during the summer. A limited number of need-based scholarships are available. Their Upward Bound program prepares low-income high school students for college.
550 East Spring Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(800) 621-6407, ext. 5961
- www2.cscc.edu
COSI Academy
Offers a career exploration program for high school students in grades 9 to 12 who dream of pursuing careers in science, math, engineering, health or technology. Financial aid is available.
333 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215
(888) 819-2674
- http://cosi.org
Godman Guild TEEN After School / Summer Program
This free program teaches teens life skills, prepares them to find a job, tutors them and helps them explore career opportunities and get into college. They also have paid internships and trips. To qualify for this free program, teens ages 14 to 18 must be from a family with a low to moderate income and in high school.
303 East Sixth Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 294-5476
- www.godmanguild.org
MIT Minority Introduction to Engineering & Science Program
MIT offers a 6-week overnight, academic enrichment summer program in Massachusetts for talented minority high school students who are interested in studying and exploring careers in science and engineering. Selected students have housing, meals and activity costs covered and only have to pay for transportation to and from MIT.
77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139
(617) 253-8052
- http://web.mit.edu/mites
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Volunteen Program
Volunteens work in many areas, including the information desk, gift shop, sibling clubhouse, clinic waiting rooms and in office settings. Teens must be 14 and in high school to participate, and opportunities are available during the school year and summer.
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-3635
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Ohio Wesleyan University Upward Bound
Provides high school students from disadvantaged backgrounds ages 13 to 19 with the skills and motivation needed to complete an education at a college of their choice. Students start the program as high school freshman and sophomores. Upward bound has a very high college placement rate.
61 South Sandusky Street, Delaware, Ohio 43015
(740) 368-3215
- http://upward.owu.edu
Princeton University Summer Journalism Program
An intensive, 10-day summer seminar for high school students from low-income backgrounds who have at least a 3.5 GPA and an interest in journalism. The cost is free, including travel costs to and from Princeton.
Princeton University, Princeton, New Jersey 08544
(609) 258-8046
- www.princeton.edu/sjp
U Give
This website connects high school students with volunteer opportunities in the community for free. Students have free access to volunteer opportunities for all types of causes that meet their own interests and schedules. Students can sign up for activities online. When students sign up for an event, their service activities go onto their resume which they can build during their high school career.
470 Glenmont Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43212
(614) 255-6968
- www.ugive.org
● PROGRAMS FOR MILITARY FAMILIES ●
Operation Military Kids
Supports military kids through activities and programming specifically targeted to youth of the guard and reserve. Programs include camps for youth and teens, family workshops and free days at the zoo. Most programs are free or for a very nominal price. Programs are open to all Ohio military members.
2825 West Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235
(877) 460-2177 or (614) 336-7314
- www.ong.ohio.gov
● SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
PROGRAMS ●
Audubon Summer Adventure Camp
Offers themed camps, including outdoor safety, flying animals and nature-based art for students entering grades 1 to 5. There is also a leadership skills program for students entering grades 6 to 8. Week-long, day sessions are available at the Grange Insurance Audubon Center, and scholarships are available.
505 West Whittier Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 545-5475
- www.grangeinsuranceauduboncenter.org
Columbus Zoo & Aquarium Camp
Offers one-week summer day camp programs for children. They also have spring break camps and volunteer opportunities for teens.
4850 West Powell Road, Powell, Ohio 43065
(800) MONKEYS or (800) 666-5397
- www.columbuszoo.org
Columbus Zoo & Aquarium Zoo Aides
This summer volunteer opportunity for teens ages 13 to 17 gives teens their first work experience and helps them develop key work skills. The program is highly competitive, and the deadline to apply each year is usually in February. For more information about this program, email zoo.aides@columbuszoo.org.
4850 West Powell Road, Powell, Ohio 43065
(800) MONKEYS or (800) 666-5397
- www.columbuszoo.org
Camp COSI
Week-long day camps are offered throughout the year to children ages 5 to 16. Financial aid is available, and themes include space, robotics, dinosaurs and more.
333 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(888) 819-2674
- http://cosi.org
Department of Defense Science & Engineering Apprentice Program
Sponsored by George Washington University and the Department of Defense, this program places gifted high school students who are at least 16 years old with an interest in science and math in the Department of Defense laboratories for an 8-week period over the summer. Participants are awarded an educational stipend of $2000 and are assigned a scientist or engineer as their mentor.
1776 G Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20052
(301) 319-9259
- www.usaeop.com
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Mechanisms of Human Health & Disease
This free summer program targets gifted high schoolers interested in careers in medicine and research. Previous students have enjoyed success enrolling in Ivy League institutions and obtaining scholarships.
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 355-0662
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Summer Scientist Series
This free program exposes high school students to the scientific method and careers in medical research during the summer. The program is also available online.
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 355-0662
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Office of Naval Research Science & Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP)
Provides competitive research summer internships to high school students age 16 and older interested in science and engineering. Students are paid a stipend, and the internships are offered at several locations throughout the U.S.
1818 N Street NW, Washington, DC 20036
(888) 715-ASEE
- http://seap.asee.org
Ohio State University Exploring Engineering Through Robotics Program
A week-long, overnight program for students in grades 9 to 11 that focuses on robotics and engineering fundamentals.
2070 Neil Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43210
(614) 292-2651
- http://feh.osu.edu/ESE
Ohio Wildlife Center (OWC)
Internships at OWC are career exploration and skill-building programs in a wildlife education center setting. They work with area schools to schedule volunteer internships of varying lengths during the summer and school year. High school and college students can volunteer for school credit, fulfill community service obligations or learn more about animal-related professions. Preschoolers and children ages 7 to 12 can participate in summer camp opportunities.
6131 Cook Road, Powell, Ohio 43065
(614) 734-9453
- www.ohiowildlifecenter.org
Tech Corps Ohio Techie Camp & Clubs
Offers week-long summer technology experiences to elementary and middle school students. Scholarships are available. They also have Techie Clubs, which introduce elementary students to technology and typically meet weekly throughout the school year.
112 Jefferson Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 583-9211
- http://techcorps.org
Young Women’s Summer Institute at Ohio Supercomputer Center
Provides summer overnight programs for talented middle and high school girls interested in science and technology. Financial aid is available. The program offers talented students the opportunity to work through science and engineering challenges using cutting-edge research technologies.
1224 Kinnear Road, Columbus, Ohio 43212
(614) 292-9248
- www.osc.edu/education/si
● SPRING BREAK CAMPS ●
Camp City Year Spring Break Camp
Camp City Year is a low-cost fun and engaging day camp experience, which takes place during Columbus City School’s spring break, providing assistance to working parents while teaching the values of diversity, service and responsibility.
88 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 586-4520
- www.cityyear.org
Dublin Recreation Services
Offers spring break camps and summer camps. Special needs accommodations are available as well.
5200 Emerald Parkway, Dublin, Ohio 43017
(614) 410-4400
- www.dublin.oh.us/recreation/camps
Jewish Community Center (JCC) Spring Break Camp
Offers spring break camps, passover break camps and camps on days when school is not in session for children in grades K to 6.
1125 College Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43209
(614) 231-2731
- http://columbusjcc.org
● PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH WITH SPECIAL NEEDS ●
Akron Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs
Provides summer overnight camps, day camps and respite weekends for children and adults with special needs.
4460 Rex Lake Drive, Akron, Ohio 44319
(330) 644-4512
- www.akronymca.org
Allied Therapy East
Offers a wide range of summer programs for children older than age 3 with disabilities, including programs for children with visual motor difficulties, language delays, motor delays, difficulties in sensory processing and more. Children work with trained therapists.
170 Mill Street, Gahanna, Ohio 43230
(614) 414-KIDS or (614) 414-5437
- www.physiocorp.com
Association for the Developmentally Disabled (ADD) Buckeye Connections Summer Camp
Offers a day camp for high school students ages 14 to 17 with various disabilities that runs from mid-June to mid-August. The camp takes place at OSU, and participants get to interact with OSU students and explore campus life. Transportation is available. The Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities' Family Resource Department may be able to offer help with fees.
810 West Third Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43212
(614) 291-9411, ext. 516
- http://addohio.org/
Big Brothers Big Sisters Special Care Camp
Special Care Camp in Hocking Hills is an overnight camp for children ages 6 to 14 who need closer supervision due to learning disabilities, ADHD, behavior disorders, physical disabilities or a combination of disabilities. Reduced fees are available for children enrolled with Big Brothers Big Sisters.
1855 East Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
(614) 839-BIGS or (614) 839-2447
- www.bbbscolumbus.org/summer2.html
Camp Courageous
Provides developmentally appropriate activities for all ability levels in an outdoor adventure setting in northern Ohio. They offer overnight camps, day camps and respite camps throughout the summer and fall for children ages 7 and above. Campers can receive funding through Ohio Medicaid waivers and other sources.
12701 Waterville-Swanton Road, Whitehouse, Ohio 43571
(419) 875-6828
- www.campcourageous.com
Camp Nuhop
Provides overnight summer camp opportunities for children with learning disabilities, attention deficit disorders and behavior disorders age 6 and older in Ohio. They also have weekend respite programs throughout the year.
404 Hillcrest Drive, Ashland, Ohio 44805
(419) 938-7151 or (419) 289-2227
- www.campnuhop.org
Camp Sunrise for Youth with HIV/AIDS
Provides free summer camp programs open to children ages 6 to 17 throughout the state of Ohio who are impacted by HIV/AIDS or children who have family members affected by HIV/AIDS.
PO Box 164182, Columbus, Ohio 43216
(216) 269-3782
- www.sunrisekids.org
Central Ohio Diabetes Association (CODA) Camp Hamwi
Offers day and overnight summer camp opportunities for youth with diabetes ages 3 to 17. Camps are open to youth with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Medical staff are available 24/7, and campers learn diabetes self-management skills in addition to enjoying traditional camp activities.
1100 Dennison Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 884-4400
- www.diabetesohio.org
Columbus Recreation & Parks Therapeutic Recreation
Offers recreational activities, after school programs and summer day camps for individuals with disabilities over age 6. Go online to find a complete list of programs.
1111 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 645-5648
- http://parks.columbus.gov
Deaf Services Center (DSC) Deaf Adventure Camp
Their deaf kids and teens club is designed to assist deaf and hard of hearing children ages 8 to 18 develop self-confidence and leadership skills. Deaf Adventure Camp is an inexpensive week-long summer camp for deaf and hard of hearing youth ages 8 to 15 living in Ohio.
5830 North High Street, Worthington, Ohio 43085
(614) 841-1991 Voice and TTY
- www.dsc.org
Easter Seals Central & Southeast Ohio
Provides summer recreational day camp and overnight experiences for children with and without special needs ages 18 months to 18 years of age.
3830 Trueman Court, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
(614) 228-5523 or (800) 860-5523
- http://centralohio.easterseals.com
Epilepsy Foundation of Central Ohio Camp Firebird
This week-long, overnight camp for youth ages 7 to 17 with epilepsy is held at Recreation Unlimited in Ashley, Ohio. In addition to enjoying regular camp activities, campers improve their knowledge of seizures. Camp for Champs is a 3-hour day camp during the summer for children ages 4 to 12 with epilepsy. Some scholarships are available.
7700 Piper Road, Ashley, Ohio 43003
(740) 548-7006 or (614) 358-0874
- www.epilepsy-ohio.org
Flying Horse Farms
Provides a free camp experience for children with serious medical illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, sickle cell disease, asthma and arthritis. 24-hour care is provided by specialized doctors and nurses, and the camp is free. Campers step outside of their sickness to experience activities such as canoeing, swimming, horseback-riding and more. The camp is a member of the Association of Hole in the Wall camps, originally founded by Paul Newman.
5260 State Route 95, Mt. Gilead, Ohio 43338
(614) 505-6161
- http://flyinghorsefarms.org
Haugland Learning Center Summer Program
Offers a summer day camp program for children ages 10 to 21 with autism spectrum disorder. Intensive instruction in life and social skills is provided.
3400 Snouffer Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235
(614) 602-6473
- www.hauglandlearningcenter.com
Info to Go Summer Camps
Info to Go shares answers questions from families and provides information related to deaf and hard of hearing children. Their website contains a list of camps, family learning vacations, and remedial clinics for deaf and hard of hearing children arranged by location throughout the U.S.
800 Florida Avenue, Washington, DC 20002
(202) 651-5051
- www.gallaudet.edu
Jewish Community Center (JCC) Camp Arye
Provides a faith-based summer camp experience for youth ages 5 to 22 with special needs, including physical, cognitive, emotional, developmental and learning disabilities.
1125 College Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43209
(614) 559-6279
- http://columbusjcc.org
Locker Soccer Academy
Offers soccer development programs and summer day camps for children of all ages and abilities, including kids with special needs.
300 West Case Street, Powell, Ohio 43065
(614) 760-5522
- www.lockersoccer.com
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Summer Camp
Offers a week-long overnight summer camp for youth ages 6 to 18 who have limited mobility or use wheelchairs. Youth can attend camp at no cost to their families.
500 West Wilson Bridge Road, Worthington, Ohio 43085
(614) 841-1014
- www.mda.org/clinics/camp
My Summer Camps
Provides a comprehensive online directory of summer camps for kids, teens and youth. They list summer camps for kids with a wide range of abilities and special needs, such as cerebral palsy, ADHD, diabetes, physical disabilities, muscular dystrophy and more.
- www.mysummercamps.com
National Kidney Foundation (NKF) of Ohio Kappa Kidney Camp
Campers ages 8 to 18 who are either on dialysis or who have had a kidney transplant enjoy an overnight summer camp experience at Recreation Unlimited in Ashley, Ohio. The camp is free and fully staffed with expert medical care.
2800 Corporate Exchange Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43231
(614) 882-6184 or (800) 242-2133
- www.kidney.org
Northwest Kiwanis Special Needs Activity Camp for Kids (SNACK)
Offers swimming and outdoor recreation for children with special needs ages 6 to 12. Programs are week-long at Barrington Elementary School. Registration priority is given to Upper Arlington residents, but others can apply.
3600 Tremont Road, Upper Arlington, Ohio 43221
(614) 583-5300
- www.uaoh.net/parks
Ohio State University (OSU) Recreational Sports Camp Recky
The adapted recreational sports program serves people with disabilities year round. Camp Recky is a week-long summer day camp opportunity for children with disabilities age 5 and older.
337 West Seventeenth Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43210
(614) 688-8787
- www.recsports.osu.edu
Recreation Unlimited
Offers summer day and overnight camps for youth ages 5 to 22 with physical or developmental disabilities. Financial aid is available. They have specialized camps for children with autism, Prader-Willi Syndrome, epilepsy and other disabilities. The also offer year-round weekend respite care camps.
7700 Piper Road, Ashley, Ohio 43003
(740) 548-7006
- www.recreationunlimited.org
Respite Connections Kid's Kamp
Provides a day camp for youth with special needs, where kids are challenged to participate in all kinds of activities, including horseback riding and art therapy.
5250 Strawberry Farms Boulevard, Columbus, Ohio 43230
(614) 890-4357
- www.respiteconnections.org
Tourette Syndrome Association (TSA) of Ohio Adventure Weekend
Offers a fun weekend overnight adventure camp in Ohio for boys and girls who have been diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome. Full scholarships are available.
PO Box 37203, Cincinnati, Ohio 45222
(800) 543-2675 or (440) 488-8044
- www.tsaohio.org
YMCA Camp Can Do
Camp Can Do is a week-long summer day camp program for youth ages 6 to 21 with moderate to intensive special needs. The camp is offered at 5 local YMCA branches. Financial aid is available.
40 West Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 224-1142
- http://ymcacolumbus.org
More Fun & Recreation for Youth with Special Needs
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● MENTORING & LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS ●
Central Ohio Youth for Christ Campus Life
Provides several free faith-based mentoring and guidance programs for youth in the Bexley, Reynoldsburg and Johnstown areas, as well as programs for youth who are incarcerated or face physical challenges.
3630 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43214
(614) 848-4870
- www.coyfc.org
Central Ohio Youth for Christ City Life Center
Offers free faith-based mentoring programs for at-risk teens ages 16 to 21 in the Franklinton area. They provide free childcare and transportation, as well as life skills training, career counseling, leadership groups and help for teen parents.
40 Chicago Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43222
(614) 410-1898
- www.coyfc.org
City Year Columbus Young Heroes
Young Heroes is a five-month community service and leadership program that takes place on Saturdays from January to May for 6th, 7th and 8th grade middle school students from all backgrounds in Central Ohio.
107 South High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 377-2686
- www.cityyear.org
Columbus Urban League (CUL)
Has various employment, mentorship and leadership programs for youth ages 14 to 21 in Franklin County.
788 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 257-6300
- www.cul.org
Columbus Youth Expressions (CYE) Mentorship Program
Provides several teen programs for middle and high school students, on a wide range of topics including career development and finance.
PO Box 328701, Columbus, Ohio 43232
(614) 525-0075
- www.columbusyouthexpressions.org
Community for New Direction
Provides free leadership programs for teens ages 14 to 18. The focus is on preventing involvement in drugs, alcohol, gang activities and crime.
2096 West Mound Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
(614) 272-1464
- www.cndonline.org
Leaderspark
With this free program, students ages 14 to 24 can gain internship and community service hours for their time in the program and working on various community projects. There is also an opportunity for school credit with the new Columbus City Schools Flex Credit program. Students learn to be leaders in the school and society.
5086 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43214
(614) 442-7899
- www.leaderspark.org
Project Prosperity & Faith
Offers several after school and mentoring programs for youth, including a program for foster kids ages 5 to 21, a money management program for youth and an after school tutoring program.
1234 South Washington Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206
(866) 888-3739
- http://projectprosperityfaith.com
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