12 Children & Youth Programs
 "Let the little children come to me." - Jesus
With over 400 children and teens in our neighborhood, there are many little (and big) kids around! And The Boston Project responds - whether it's providing a safe place to build friendships, teaching biblical truths, or developing job skills, youth of all ages are provided supports and opportunities every step of the way. Because we care about the whole person, we have a variety of programs that address social, academic, physical, and spiritual needs. We are excited to reach as many children and families as possible, but quality is more important than quantity, and people are more valuable than programs. Ultimately, our hope is to see each young person discover and fulfill God's exciting purpose for their life!
For a story of one young woman's journey and growth with us over the past several years, you can download our November 2011 newsletter, Growing Young Leaders (pdf).
The Boston Project's children & teen programs in 2011:
1. Homework Center - bursting at the seams this fall with 20+ kids some days
2. Real Life - teen Bible study in its 4th year; starting an Alpha course in January
3. Pretty Tween Girls - Bible study specially requested by our "tween" girls
4. TNT Youth Council - NEW in 2011 - a new level of community leadership for teens
5. Summer Missions Program - week-long mission trips; over 270 youth in 2011
6. High School Spring Break - mission trips for youth in April
7. Summer of Discovery - free, daily summer activities in Elmhurst Park for children
8. Senior Park Patrol - summer jobs for ages 15-18 focused on environmental issues
9. Junior Park Patrol - summer leadership program for ages 12-14
10. Elmhurst Park Patrol - summer jobs for ages 15-18 focused on children's programs
11. Family Fun Night - neighbor-planned "block parties" once a week all summer
12. The Spot Teen Cafe - a safe place for teens to hang out and build community
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