VOICE is a group mentoring program offered to youth in grades 6-11. The program offers youth enrichment activities and curriculum on subjects such as personal development and leadership. Participants engage in books, games, art activities, field trips, and recreational activities. There are cohorts offered for all youth, and affinity cohorts for youth of color and LGBTQ+ youth.

Community-based non-profit organization committed to serving at-risk youth of all ethnic groups, to provide underprivileged youth with strategies, tools and coping mechanisms to raise self-esteem, confidence and self-worth, so they can make better choices, understand the value of education, and be contributing members of society.

Offers:

- Rites of Passage: Leadership development for youth ages 7 to 18.

- Job Readiness: Preparing youth ages 14 to 21 for jobs in retail, customer service, and manufacturing industries.

- Skills and Drills Basketball: Sportsmanship and teamwork to encourage positive social and academic engagement, for youth ages 7 to 15.

- Mentoring (In-school and Afterschool): To be the positive role model, mentor, and father figure to at-risk youth ages 7 to 18 to help them build confidence, raise self-esteem, and reach their full potential at school and in life.

- FIRE Intervention Program: Interventions for students with low academic performance, especially for students who have been suspended, arrested, defiant, and totally disconnected from the education process.

Offers hands-on learning incorporating science, social studies, history, art, math and language arts.

Other programs offered:
- School programs
- Field trips
- Bus scholarships
- In-school programs
- Virtual programs
- Home school groups
- Youth groups
- Teaching students with special needs
- Resource loan kits

Offers structured activities and life skills education during after-school hours to help keep students out of trouble. Each REACH site offers academic enrichment, life skills education, adult mentoring (conflict resolution skills, peer support, etc.), recreational activities, and tutoring.

Provides low-cost out of school programs and after-school enrichment programming. Services include character and citizenship, health and life skills, education and leadership, creative arts and expression, sports and recreation.

Provides a boxing diversion program to drug use, gangs, and violence. Services are available for all youth, especially those in low-income households, to participate in extracurricular activities while providing a safe, healthy, and positive environment. Youth are taught the fundamentals of Olympic boxing through the direction of licensed/certified coaches. The program is designed to teach responsibility and self-control while supporting positive life outlook. Issues of pre-delinquent and delinquent behaviors such as alcohol and drug use are addressed in the program. Can also establish tutors for youth members as needed.

Provides a program for children and adolescents after school hours. Center staff helps students with their homework, including comprehensive reading lessons. The After-School Program will provide a nutritious meal and help children build character through arts and crafts and physical fitness programs.

Offers adult-supervised youth activities, including dances, youth trips, and other youth activities.

Provides programs in character and leadership development, education and career development, health and life skills, arts, sports, fitness and recreation. Offers structured programming promoting academic success, healthy lifestyles, and character development - STEM, physical fitness activities, service to others, arts and crafts, etc.

After-school partnership, encouraging and empowering girls in 4th-12th grades in understanding and exploring science, engineering, math, and related technology. The curriculum promotes these disciplines as girls explore skills in collaboration, critical thinking, and lifelong learning. SMART Clubs champions the study and vocation of these technological fields.

Offered at specific schools in partnership with Lincoln Public Schools Community Learning Centers.

Anti-violence and substance abuse prevention program targeting youth and their families living under conditions of social and economic poverty, as well as youth who are at risk of academic failure. The program uses a combination of performing arts and academic tutoring to meet its goals.

Promotes high self-esteem, determination, persistence, high academic achievement, community involvement, the importance of health, etc.

Provides a youth development and drop-in center which offers sound recording studio ,visual arts studio, gallery, drama, art workshops, support groups, youth volunteer opportunities, after school programs.

Literacy, educational support, mental health services and referrals to other agencies as needed.

Works to address the holistic needs of each child through:

- A safe environment with caring adult mentors.

- Healthy meals and bags of weekend food.

- A hands-on curriculum with a focus on reading, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and classroom readiness.

- Partnerships with other agencies to ensure families' basic needs are met.

- Basic swimming and water safety skills through swimming lessons.

- Behavioral health services and skill building groups.

- Leadership and workforce development opportunities for teen alumni.

- Adult education classes such as ESL, literacy and GED that increase self-sufficiency for parents.

- Opportunities for kids and parents to engage with each other and give back to their community.

- Outdoor learning through the Nature Explore Classroom and gardening clubs.

Offers safe, supportive, and respectful environments for children, adolescents and their families, provides wellness Education, leadership development, and community education. Youth Outlook Drop-In Centers meet weekly to support each other and discuss topics of interest to the participants.

Other offerings include:

- Rainbow Sprouts, a social program for children K-6 and their parent/family/guardian.

- Youth Leadership Program: provides opportunities to help run drop-in centers, assist with volunteer training, organize special projects, participate in community education, and advise the agency board through the Youth Advisory Board.

- Transcend: a program for transgender youth, provides a forum to discuss issues such as gender identity, hormone injections, legal issues, etc.

- THRIVE: A support group for parents, foster parents, guardians, and full-time caregivers of LGBTQ+ teens.

Provides programs for the youth that promote health, social, educational, cultural, leadership and character development. Programs include arts, character and leadership development, education and career development, health and life skills, sports, fitness, and recreation. Dinner is offered for members weekdays through the school year, with lunch and a snack offered during weekdays through the summer.

Offers initiatives aimed at encouraging and preparing participants for post-secondary education.

The Upward Bound Program includes a six-week summer program and a follow-up during the school year, providing classes to enhance skills and knowledge in key academic areas, with opportunities for older students to earn college credit and, in some cases, high school credit. The program also includes tutoring, which is mandatory for students earning less than a C in any academic course, as well as field trips, cultural, and social activities.

The Talent Search Program provides career, financial aid, academic, and personal counseling, along with information on post-secondary institutions, college applications, financial aid, career options, course selection, ACT/SAT preparation, and study skills. Funds are available for tutoring and travel expenses to visit post-secondary institutions. Participants also have access to field trips and cultural events. Both programs aim to support students, including those with exceptional abilities or talents, by offering enriched educational opportunities and resources to foster their academic and personal growth. Eligibility is open to first-generation college students, individuals from families with income below 150% of the poverty guideline, and U.S. citizens or permanent residents aged 12 and older who demonstrate potential for success in post-secondary education.

Offers a free after school program for students K-6th grade enrolled in the Burlington Community School District. PiECES runs during the school year, and provides a snack, recess, and enriching lessons or activities relating to STEM, art, music, cooking, and more.

Transportation is also provided home for eligible students.

Provides recreational activities for all ages. Programs include aquatics, Adventure Guide Programs, youth development, active older adult programs, and healthy living.