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Programs Overview

Leadership, Education and Athletics in Partnership, Inc. (LEAP) was founded in 1992 by educators, students, and community activists to address the historic disinvestment in young people of color in our city. In our two community centers and seven neighborhood-based sites, we provide children with a welcoming place to learn, explore and grow, while offering teens and young adults a platform to find their voice and become leaders and role models.
 

What
Homework assistance, extra reading, activities including athletics, arts, computer science, cooking, and gardening

When + Where
The program operates after school Monday-Thursday from 3 pm - 6 pm. LEAP operates in seven neighborhoods*

Who
This is for children ages 7-12 who live in one of our 6 neighborhoods.

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What
Literacy, athletics, arts, computer science, cooking, and gardening + field trips around New Haven

When + Where
The program operates after school Monday-Thursday from 8:30 am - 4 pm, Friday from 8:30 - 1pm. LEAP operates in seven neighborhoods.

Who
This is for children ages 7-12 who live in one of our 6 neighborhoods.

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What
Participate in unique programming just for teens and intern with counselors working with younger children 

When + Where
Afterschool: Mon-Thurs 3pm - 7pm
Summer: Mon-Thurs from 8:30 am - 4 pm, Friday from 8:30 - 1pm. LEAP operates in seven neighborhoods.

Who
This is for teens aged 13-15 who come from any neighborhood. They will receive a stipend.

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What
Swim lessons for a fee to children and adults who want to learn to swim or improve their skills.

When + Where
See more details + cost on this page!

Who
There are classes for children 5-17 and adults 18+.
 

Make LEAP Children a Part of your Legacy!

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