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After-school and mentoring activities

Not sure what to do with your kids when they’re not in school? Extra-curricular activities help to keep students engaged and out of trouble. Find out about some of the positive ways young people can get involved outside of the classroom. There are countless community resources, programs and organizations where children and teens can spend time, volunteer and have some fun. Learn about some of the top after-school activities and organizations that offer mentors and mentoring available in Stark County. Note that students don’t necessarily need to live in these cities to participate in the programs listed. Resource eligibility may be determined based on financial need.

Alliance activities

YWCA Alliance

We improve Alliance area women’s lives, stand up for justice, and strengthen communities with a focus on three impact areas: equipping youth, economic stability and advancement and senior nutrition and health Provides transitional housing for women, a clothing boutique, employment and transportation assistance, youth programs, and Meals on Wheels for the senior community Transitional Housing Employed women live in safe, low-cost transitional housing and get connected to resources and support services Career & Fashion Boutique Offers gently used women’s clothing at a low cost per item

405 S Linden Ave Alliance, OH 44601 Door #2 (back of building)

330-823-1840 ext. 103 Monday: 9:30 - 2:30 Tuesday: 12:00 - 5:00 Wednesday: 9:00 - 5:00 Thursday: 12:00 - 5:00 Friday: 9:00 - 12:00 Saturday: 1st and last of the month 10:00 - 1:00 Employment and Transportation Assistance We have resources that might be able to help. Give us a call at 330-823-1840, Monday – Thursday 9:00AM-5:00PM to set-up an appointment Empowering Youth

Summer Explorers – grades 2-5 free 8-week summer enrichment program
Sparkles – in collaboration with the Quota Club, recognizes elementary children nominated by their teachers
Navigators Afterschool – grades 6-8 afterschool program
The Leadership Ladder
Teens in Action – former Navigators in grades 9-12 supplement Navigator staff
Summer Activity Aides – grades 6-12 assist with Summer Explorers program

College Scholarships

YWCA Memorial Scholarship - awarded annually to a graduating senior girl from the Alliance, Marlington, Sebring, West Branch, or St. Thomas Aquinas school district
YWCA Geography Bee Scholarship - YWCA sponsors a Geo Bee Club and awards college scholarships to qualifying winners of the annual Bee. To prepare for the Bee, youth in grades 6-8 join the Navigators afterschool Geo Bee Club so that they can prepare to compete in the annual National Geographic competition. Senior Nutrition and Health

Meals on Wheels Plus For more information, call 330-823-1840 Monday – Thursday 9AM-5PM

239 East Market St.
Alliance, OH 44601

Phone: (330) 823-1840

Phone: (330) 823-1840

Canton activities

Be a Better Me Foundation

A community-based foundation designed to empower and encourage young people to see the good in themselves and others.

1414 Market Ave N
Canton, OH 44714

Phone: (330) 754-6881

Phone: (330) 754-6881

Beyond the Game

Provides mentorship for student-athletes, serves third graders in partner school districts through “Guys With Ties” lunch program focused on professional behavior and life skills and runs free summer sports camps, Mind, Body & Soul camps and other youth-focused events. Provides internships for high school students interested in gaining marketing and social media experience. Learn more: http://www.gobeyondthegame.org

[email protected]

Contact: Devin Jordan

PO Box 8516
Canton, OH 44711

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Summit, Medina & Stark Counties, Inc.

Mentoring network serving more than 350 at-risk children ages 6 to 18. Children are matched with adult volunteers who provide ongoing encouragement and support for life-long success.

Goodwill Campus
408 9th St. SW
Canton, OH 44707

Phone: (330) 445-1123

Phone: (330) 445-1123

Buckeye Council, Boy Scouts of America

Skill building, outdoor activities and social development to help instill positive behaviors in Stark County’s young people.

2301 13th St. NW
Canton, OH 44708

Phone: (330) 580-4272

Phone: (330) 580-4272

Canton Challenger Baseball

Canton Challenger Baseball is Little League’s adaptive baseball program for those with physical and intellectual challenges. Each team is lead by a manager and assisted by volunteers. Learn more at their website.

Phone: (330) 488-5838

Phone: (330) 488-5838

Canton Museum of Art

Studio classes and workshops available throughout the year as well as a Summer Art Camp for young people under the age of 18.

1001 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44702

Phone: (330) 453-7666

Phone: (330) 453-7666

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Canton Symphony Orchestra

Professional learning environment for young musicians in Stark County. Music camps are offered in the summer for children and young adults.

2331 17th St. NW
Canton, OH 44708

Phone: (330) 452-2094

Phone: (330) 452-2094

Dueber Church

The Dueber Kids Club provides a safe place for kids to go after school for collaborative tutoring and enrichment activities.

645 Dueber Ave. SW
Canton, OH 44706

Phone: (330) 456-8357

Phone: (330) 456-8357

EN-RICH-MENT

Music education, nurturing and training for youth who come from low-income, high-risk backgrounds.

1014 Cleveland Ave. NW
Canton, OH 44702

Phone: (330) 546-7724

Phone: (330) 546-7724

First Tee Canton

A youth development organization that uses the game of golf to teach youth ages 5 - 18 essential life skills and healthy habits. They provide programs all year-round and also do after-school and utilize trained adult coaches that mentor the youth that attend classes. Programs and classes vary depending on the program and season. Scholarships are also available. Learn more: www.firstteecanton.org.

2525 25th Street NE
Canton, OH 44705

Phone: (330) 452-5331

Phone: (330) 452-5331

Hannah’s House 119

Mentoring for victims of human trafficking as well as young people at risk.

213 Nassau St.
East Canton, OH 44730

Phone: (330) 495-2970

Phone: (330) 495-2970

Lighthouse Ministries

After-school programs for children in first through fifth grade, including devotions, exercise, academic support and enrichment opportunities.

1931 3rd St. SE
Canton, OH 44707

Phone: (330) 915-3013

Phone: (330) 915-3013

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Ohio MENTOR & IFCS

Foster care and mental health services for young people with emotional, behavioral and other complex challenges.

4942 Higbee Ave NW
Suite C & D
Canton, OH 44718

Phone: (330) 491-4331

Phone: (330) 491-4331

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Project REBUILD, Inc.

Creates pathways for local young people to academic, professional and leadership opportunities.

406 Shorb Ave. NW
Canton, OH 44703

Phone: (330) 588-3205

Phone: (330) 588-3205

Stark Library

Start Smart programming and events for children from infants to pre-teens. For information about Technology Training Services, contact [email protected]. Multiple branches throughout Stark County. Visit the website to find the closest one.

715 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44702

Phone: (330) 452-0665

Phone: (330) 452-0665

Email: [email protected]

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Stark County Youth Led Prevention

A youth-led, adult-guided leadership development group providing a safe place for students to come together to promote, celebrate and encourage healthy decisions regarding substance use.

919 Second St NE
Canton, OH 44704

Phone:: (330) 454-7917

Phone:: (330) 454-7917

Email: [email protected]

Stark Parks

Parks, trails, classes and activities for Stark County residents of all ages. Located at Petros Lake park, there is a one-mile Mindfulness Walk trail marked with 10 stations that help you practice the art and science of being mindful. Mindfulness is a helpful tool for an overall self-care lifestyle.

5712 12th St. NW
Canton, OH 44708

Phone: (330) 477-3552

Phone: (330) 477-3552

The Martin Center

The Martin Center exists to build relationships with teens and families in the Canton NE and SE inner-city communities. They are a non-profit organization that houses multiple like-minded organizations to transform the face of Canton.

1253 – 3RD St SE
Canton, OH 44707

Phone: 866-607-4096

Phone: 866-607-4096

TomTod Ideas

Project launches, school-based partnerships and summer camps that empower middle school students to imagine the world as it could be and put those dreams into action.

439 Market Ave N
Canton, OH 44702

Phone: (330) 617-4753

Phone: (330) 617-4753

YMCA of Central Stark County

Health, education and financial support services to help build strong foundations and strengthen our community. View all local YMCA locations.

4700 Dressler Rd NW
Canton, OH 44718

Phone: (330) 491-9622

Phone: (330) 491-9622

Sing Out

Sing Out is a chorus of LGBTQIA+ and allied singers, dedicated to celebrating diversity, inspiring equity, and building a community of acceptance. Sing Out is a non-auditioned choir for singers (18+) with rehearsals at 7 pm on Thursdays located at New Vision United Church. New Vision Church is an open and affirming community and a supporting sponsor of Sing Out.

3129 Market Ave N
Canton, OH 44714

Phone: 330-455-1000

Phone: 330-455-1000

Email: [email protected]

Hours: Thursdays at 7 PM

Hartville activities

Pegasus Farm

Helping to maximize the potential of individuals with disabilities to become independent, well-rounded, self-confident individuals:

Equine activities
Recreational programs
Social services
Vocational support

7490 Edison St. NE
Hartville, OH 44632

Phone: (330) 935-2300

Phone: (330) 935-2300

Massillon activities

BeYoutiful Weirdo, LLC

Offers a variety of programming to meet the educational, social, emotional and recreational needs of young women 5-17 years of age, hosts an annual Princess Party. Learn more: facebook.com/BeYoutifulWeirdo/

131 Tremont Ave SE
Massillon, OH 44646

Phone: (234) 804-6850

Phone: (234) 804-6850

Boys & Girls Club of Massillon

Academic, health and leadership programs that create a safe environment for kids to have fun and be themselves. Programs include a Hot Meal and Smart Move (Evidence-based substance use prevention curriculum and youth development program for school-aged children).

730 Duncan St. SW
Massillon, OH 44647

Phone: (330) 833-4395

Phone: (330) 833-4395

Massillon Museum

Massillon Museum is an art and history museum in downtown Massillon. Admission is always free. The Museum offers free or low-cost classes, workshops, and events for all ages. A Sensory Room is available for guests on the Museum's Lower Level. Massillon Museum is proud to be a member of Museums for All, offering reduced membership pricing and program discounts to those receiving SNAP benefits, and Blue Star Museums, offering membership and program discounts to active duty military personnel and their families. Learn more about the Museum at www.MassillonMuseum.org.

121 Lincoln Way E
Massillon, OH 44646

Phone: (330) 833-4061

Phone: (330) 833-4061

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R.G. Drage Career Technical Center

Career programs offered at Fairless, Tuslaw, Northwest, Louisville, Minerva and Malvern schools. www.drage.stark.k12.oh.us Offers mandatory career and educational guidance to Stark County youth and adults preparing to take the GED test through Ohio's test voucher program. 4-H Youth Development located here, offering hands-on activities to help youth between the ages of 5 and 19 develop lifelong learning skills. Visit ohio4h.org for more information.

2800 Richville Dr. SE
Massillon, OH 44646

Phone: (330) 832-9856

Phone: (330) 832-9856

Toll free: 1 (800) 372-4322

Toll free: 1 (800) 372-4322

4-H Youth Development: (234) 348-6001

4-H Youth Development: (234) 348-6001

North Canton activities

Mad Science Northeast Ohio

Science camps and after-school programs for children in kindergarten through sixth grade.

7000 Wales Ave. NW
North Canton, OH 44720

Phone: (330) 498-0033

Phone: (330) 498-0033

MAPS Air Museum

Guided tours designed to align with state history standards.

2260 International Pkwy.
North Canton, OH 44720

Phone: (330) 896-6332

Phone: (330) 896-6332

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Bridges

Bridges is a voluntary program for young adults in the foster care system who are ages 18, 19 or 20. It provides guidance and support during the transition to adulthood for individuals who are in school, working or have a qualifying medical condition.

Phone: (614)-490-4357

Phone: (614)-490-4357

Email: [email protected]

Girl Scouts of North East Ohio

Promotes financial literacy, teen pregnancy prevention, healthy lifestyle behaviors and community service for girls ages 11 to 15.

1010 Applegrove St. NW
North Canton, OH 44720

Phone: (330)-433-9485

Phone: (330)-433-9485

The Legacy Project of Stark

Mentoring relationships between positive adult role models and middle school youth who are facing personal, academic and social challenges. A county wide mentoring program based out of Massillon that meets in 22 Stark County schools buildings and two community locations. Our programs are free and open to any student from any district.

708 Tremont Ave. SW
Massillon, OH 44647

Phone: (330)-245-8190

Phone: (330)-245-8190

MentorStark

MentorStark is a central hub to help people find youth and young adult development programs and activities in Stark County. Whether you want to volunteer for a program or find an opportunity for yourself or your child, MentorStark is here to help! Learn more: https://www.mentorstark.org/

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