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Our MISSION
Faithfully inspiring hope in the lives of youth & children through Education, Employability, Collaboration & Faith.
Our MISSION
Faithfully inspiring hope in the lives of youth & children through Education, Employability, Collaboration & Faith.
The Hope provides a safe after-school and summer program where children and youth can take part in academic support, youth development, faith-based learning opportunities, and receive a hot meal every night. It all started with a vision in the heart of the late Pastor Ty Schenzel who saw the need for hope in the lives of kids who could not see beyond their circumstances, and his vision became a reality in 1998.
More than 20 years later, The Hope is home to multiple learning spaces including an Employment & Learning Academy, a commercial kitchen and cafeteria, and the Hope Skate roller rink. In 2018, The Hope Center for Kids launched its first campus site in Holy Name School where it continues to impact lives today. In summer 2021, Hope Skate officially opened as the Schenzel Community Center, expanding programming to more groups and age ranges.
To schedule a tour of The Hope, contact us at (402) 341-4673.
Education
Hope members will graduate from high school with the expectation of pursuing learning opportunities after graduation. Hope is learned through education.
Education
Hope members will graduate from high school with the expectation of pursuing learning opportunities after graduation. Hope is learned through education.
HOPE LEARNING Academy
Youth and children receive help with homework and practice basic skills that support the school day.
SPARKS
A variety of activities are provided weekly to give youth the opportunity to explore their strengths and introduce new talents.
COLLEGE VISITS
Youth participating in the Hope Learning Academy and completing community service hours are eligible to attend in and out-of-state college visits.
SPORTS
Children are given the opportunity for daily physical movement and planned group activities to develop team work and healthy competition.
Employability
Youth develop the skills needed to be gainfully employed. They’ll be ready to get and keep a job at completion of their time at The Hope.
Employability
Youth develop the skills needed to be gainfully employed. They’ll be ready to get and keep a job at completion of their time at The Hope.
Hope Employment Academy
Youth in 10-12th grades apply and interview for the Employment Academy. Year 1 curriculum includes academic success, employability training and small group coaching. Year 2 students continue with the same curriculum with the addition of an internship. Year 3 is the final year and includes an internship within the community.
All participants receive a $50 weekly stipend for successful participation, support to graduate from high school, skills to get and keep a job and a vision for the future including post-high school education and employment.
To find out more about the Employment and Learning Academy, contact Erline Charles at (402) 341-4673 x1031.
Collaboration
Partnering with others in the city increases THe Hope’s ability to impact youth in the community. We believe that “one plus one equals three.”
Collaboration
Partnering with others in the city increases THe Hope’s ability to impact youth in the community. We believe that “one plus one equals three.”
Hope Community Partner of the month
Thank you Covenant Presbyterian Church and Ace Handyman Services for your generosity and support of Hope.
Hope Community Partners
Thank you for your continued support of The Hope Center for Kids’ mission!
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Learn more about making a lasting impact as a Hope Community Partner here or contact HCP@hopecenterforkids.com or call 402-341-4673 x 1050
Faith
Kids at The Hope have the opportunity to hear about and grow in the knowledge of God’s love. Faith is the means for lasting transformation.
Faith
Kids at The Hope have the opportunity to hear about and grow in the knowledge of God’s love. Faith is the means for lasting transformation.
Experiencing God's Love
Through discipleship relationships and Bible studies, youth and children at The Hope Center for Kids learn about God’s love. Elementary age children are introduced to a new Bible study each week. Middle school and high school youth explore the relevancy of Biblical truths in the challenges they face daily through Bible studies, youth development and P31. P31 is a weekly, high-energy service which includes worship, interactive activities, prayer and more.