Gender Equity.
Racial Equity.
Literacy.
Community.
By empowering youth, we’re creating the leaders of tomorrow.
By empowering youth, we’re creating the leaders of tomorrow. Our Community Youth Programming provides youth with tools to dream big, innovate, and realize their full potential.
Through age-appropriate activities and open, inclusive discussions, we focus on mentoring and supporting children as they navigate school, social situations, home life, and their community. By fostering meaningful connections, we aim to build bonds that last a lifetime.
Spring Programs
Black Girls Chronicles
Black Girls Chronicles is an empowering program designed to create a safe and supportive space for BIPOC girls to share their stories, celebrate their identity, and explore their unique experiences. Through engaging discussions, creative activities, and mentorship opportunities, participants are encouraged to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and foster a sense of community. This program highlights the strength, resilience, and brilliance of BIPOC girls, providing them with tools and resources to thrive academically, socially, and personally.
Program times will be shared with those who express interest in participating. To learn more about Black Girls Chronicles or to get involved, please contact Khaliyah Malloy at kmalloy@ywcacarlisle.org. We look forward to welcoming you to this inspiring and impactful program!
Harvest Bounty Growing Club
The Harvest Bounty Growing Club is an exciting opportunity for youth to learn the art and science of gardening while fostering a deeper connection to nature and their environment. Beginning this spring at YWCA Carlisle and Cumberland County, the program offers hands-on experience in planting, caring for plants, weeding, and cultivating a sustainable garden. Youth will gain essential skills for growing their own food, empowering them with knowledge that can benefit their health, environment, and communities.
This program is made possible through a partnership with the Carlisle Tool Library and the support of a generous grant from South Mountain Conservation. Together, we aim to nurture a generation of environmentally conscious gardeners who understand the importance of sustainability and self-sufficiency. Join us as we dig into the soil, plant seeds of knowledge, and grow a brighter, greener future for our youth and community.
Fall Programs
Welcome to After the Bell!
Looking for after-school support and enrichment? After the Bell offers:
- When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4 PM – 5:30 PM
- Where: 1380 Grandview Court
- Who: Open to students in grades 2–8
This program combines homework help, school assignment guidance, and engaging social activities led by our dedicated staff. Each session fosters growth, creativity, empowerment, and exploration, while helping students take responsibility for their learning journey. Activities change weekly, sparking curiosity and encouraging personal development.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to The Foundation for Enhancing Communities and the Ben Franklin Grant for their generous support of our After the Bell program. Your funding has allowed us to provide healthy snacks and essential supplies to the students we serve, ensuring they have the resources they need to thrive after school. Your investment in their well-being and development makes a meaningful difference, and we are truly thankful for your commitment to enriching the lives of young learners in our community.
Ready to empower your child? Enroll them in After the Bell and watch them thrive in an inclusive, nurturing environment!
Thank you to our program sponsors!!!
