Join Us

There is something for every young person at the Gary Comer Youth Center. GCYC is a space for youth power where innovation, opportunity, and joy are the driving forces behind the unique enrichment and experiential learning we offer.

GCYC Offerings:

  • All Programs & Classes for Middle-Schoolers and High-Schoolers
  • Homework Help & Tutoring
  • Employment & Internship Opportunities
  • College & Career Preparation
  • Field Trips, Camping Trips & Splash Days
  • Daily Snack & Dinner
  • Summer, Winter and Spring Break Camp Offerings
  • Youth and Family Counseling
  • Mentorship
  • Special Events
  • No Membership Fee

All you have to do is join a program!

The Gary Comer Youth Center offers year-round programming for middle school, high schoolers and young adults. When a young person joins a program, they become a member of our family. Our program schedules align with local school calendars. School year programs run 16 weeks with a Fall Session beginning after Labor Day and a Winter/Spring Session beginning after the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

FAQ

What ages are able to join the Youth Center?

GCYC has programs for 11-18 years old (current 6th-12th graders). GCYC also has employment programs for youth and young adults from 14-24 years old.

Does my young person have to attend the Youth Center every day?

No. Program-offerings are scheduled based on the instructor. Young people are able to attend on the days they are registered for programs and/or attend drop-in areas for any day they are not registered for programs.

Will my young person have access to snacks and dinner while they are at the Youth Center?

Yes. When young people arrive after school, GCYC serves snacks from 3:30 pm-4 pm and dinner from 6:30 pm-7 pm.