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Empowering Your Family.
Transforming Our Community.
We're committed to positively impacting the lives of children and families in our urban community.
Youth Connect
Ages 5 - 24 years
Youth Connect aims to help youth and young adults succeed and successfully transition to adulthood by providing opportunities to explore interests and learn new skills in a fun and interactive way. We provide career exploration through career focused workshops led by industry professionals. Classes include imagine animation, film/media, financial literacy and career service training. Youth experience peer focused interactions and mentoring that encourage personal and social development.
Austin Kids Cook!
Ages 5-17
Austin Kids Cook! is building young chefs by providing hands on cooking classes that are fun and educational. Classes include a variety of cooking techniques, education on cooking tools, sanitation in the kitchen, and safety. Youth learn about a variety of delicious ingredients and learn to create their own recipes.
Safe Haven Summer Camp
Ages 6-14
Children ages 6-14 participate in a 2-month summer camp program. Programming includes daily physical and educational activities. Youth participate in arts and crafts as well as financial literacy workshops and STEM related activities. Weekly field trips are also provided. The Safe Haven Summer Program is designed to offer students a safe and engaging environment during the summer break. 100% of the youth remain safe during enrollment.
Future H.O.U.S.E. Program
Future H.O.U.S.E. (Homeowners Using Self-Empowerment) Program is a workshop series to prepare residents for first time home ownership and support current homeowners in stabilizing their finances through financial literacy and empowerment seminars, credit clearing workshops and support, insurance education and enrollment, investment advising, legal real estate counsel and estate planning.
GSJ Community Garden
GSJ Community Garden is a community produce garden in the North Austin area. The garden will improve access to fresh produce and focus on reducing food insecurity. The garden promotes physical activity through gardening tasks and serve as a communal space for community residents. GSJ Garden staff host workshops and educational programs on topics such as sustainable gardening practices, nutrition, and cooking. Through the garden we will foster a sense of ownership and pride among residents by improving overall safety in the neighborhood.
Austin Incubator Kitchen
The Austin Incubator Kitchen is a commercially licensed shared kitchen space dedicated to helping local entrepreneurs build & grow successful businesses.
Healing Circles
Healing Circles are safe, supportive spaces where people come together to explore their healing journey. Healing Circles provide an environment of kindness and respect, allowing participants to share their stories, listen with compassion, and support each other without judgment. The Circles are hosted by Licensed Social Worker.
GSJ Scholarship Program
For over 20 years, we have raised more than half a million dollars for scholarships that were awarded to financially challenged community youth.
Upcoming Events
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