THANK YOU IMPACT100 WESTCHESTER

(Accepting the Grant, from left to right, Colleen Kane, Chief Advancement Officer,

Anne Bradner, Chief Executive Officer, and Daniel Bonnet, Chief Program Officer.)

We are thrilled to announce that the Carver Center has been awarded an

$85,000 Transformational Grant from Impact100 Westchester.

This significant award will allow us to expand our teen center programs and enhance its impact on the lives of our teen center members.

This past school year, we had 304 high school teens in our program.

SO LONG AND FAREWELL

Carver Center extends its deepest gratitude to Yvette Hammel as her tenure as the President of Carver’s Board of Directors comes to an end on June 30th.

Yvette's visionary leadership, unwavering dedication, and profound commitment have been instrumental in guiding our organization through significant growth and success.

Her insights and tireless efforts have left an indelible mark, and we are incredibly thankful for her invaluable contributions. 

FIFTH GRADE FIESTA FUN

We brought our fifth graders together from all four elementary schools to hang out, play games and meet their new classmates before the start of the next school year.

Starting middle school can be daunting. Meeting new classmates and some familiar faces in a relaxed setting helps alleviate first-day jitters. When students are back in September, they'll see friendly faces, which can significantly boost their confidence and make them feel more comfortable.

OUR NO SLEEP SLEEPOVER

Thirty of our middle school girls had an unforgettable girls-only experience that truly celebrated their spirit with a night filled with fun, creativity, and relaxation!

Girls enjoyed a fabulous Project Runway fashion show, cookie decorating,

and exciting Minute to Win It challenges that had everybody cheering.

The night was perfectly capped off with vibrant music and dancing, creating a joyous celebration made just for them, leaving every girl feeling empowered and connected.

SCHOOL SPIRIT SHINES BRIGHT

Last week, all four Port Chester Elementary Schools erupted with enthusiasm during our annual Spirit Week, bringing the school year to a vibrant close!

Our students enjoyed a fantastic array of activities, including thrilling kickball competitions, lively soccer games, creative face painting, a fun bubbles bonanza, intricate cake decorating, a movie day, a field day, and a "Wear Your Carver Center Color Shirt" day.

Spirit Week wasn't just about fun and games; it was a powerful demonstration of our afterschool programs' vibrant spirit and the lasting memories created before the summer break.

THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS

RESCUING FOOD, REDUCING WASTE

Our Retail Recovery program has recovered approximately 34,000 pounds of food since January from 15 partner retailers, including Costco and local bakery, Nothing Bundt Cakes.

This is a win-win situation for Carver Center and our partners. We are able to distribute the additional food through our Carver Market, and it helps our retailers move perishables from their shelves to our clients.

This important program is a powerful example of how community organizations and businesses can collaborate to address critical issues like food insecurity, creating a healthier and more equitable community.

STAFF SPOTLIGHT

We're thrilled to congratulate Alexjandra Licea on her well-deserved promotion to Family Engagement Coordinator.

Having been a welcoming and familiar face at our front desk, we know she'll bring her exceptional interpersonal skills, dedication, and warm demeanor to this new role.

We're excited to see her thrive as she connects with families and strengthens our community bonds in our afterschool program.

CARVER SUMMER HOURS

SATURDAYS

We will be closed on Saturdays starting July 5th.



WEEKDAY EVENING HOURS BEGINNING MONDAY, JULY 7TH

Mondays & Fridays: Close at 6:00pm

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: Close at 7:00pm

(Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 2nd.)

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