The History of the Beacon Centers
Beacon Centers began in New York City in 1991. They were designed to rebuild communities of support and improve academic success for children, youth, and their families in urban neighborhoods. In 2001, Mayor John F. Street and Naomi Post Street decided to bring Beacon Centers to Philadelphia as part of his Children's Investment Strategy. CIS is designed to improve the health, safety, and academic outcomes for Philadelphia's children and youth. Through youth development and After School Programs, Beacon Centers contribute to these goals by reducing risk factors and establishing safe havens for the communities children, youth and adults; supporting community safety, providing educational assistance and enrichment expanding youth leadership opportunities and offering employment and training activities. Beacon Centers are community Centers located in public schools, parochial and community centers, offering a range of activities and services to children and adults after-school, in the evening and on the week-end.
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