Program areas at Claymont Community Center
Building support - provides a safe, easily accessible facility for non-profit and community-based tenants who provide educational, health, child care, learning, family crisis and civic services. Facility is also used by Community members, groups, schools and civic associations for recreational activities and events at little to no cost.
Community resources: provides food assistance to individuals and families in The local Community who find it difficult to afford The food they need. Food support includes meat, dairy, shelf-stable food items and fresh produce. The food closet is open by appointment with day and evening pick-up times available. Emergency food is also available. We are a distribution site for Community food supplemental program (cfsp) for people over 60. Additional case management services are provided to offer families support and referrals to needed services.
Brandywine senior Center: serves active adults 50 and over. Programs offered include crafts (painting, ceramics, jewelry making), games (billiards, cards, puzzles, wii), bingo, line dancing, local and regional trips. Seniors can stay in shape in The fitness Center and with our exercise and yoga classes. Learning and educational opportunities are offered through guest lecturers. Seniors stay connected online in our computer room. Resources for healthy living and nutritional support and lunch are also offered.
Empowered youth program - serves 4th through 8th graders in The Brandywine school district. This afterschool and summer camp program helps students be The best they can be academically, socially, and emotionally. Students get help with homework, reduce stress and build self-esteem through activities, fitness and art. Community leaders and business owners teach leadership skills.expenses $170,456. Including grants of $0. Revenue $0.learning Center: offers educational services to adults and children including adult basic education; classes to improve reading, writing and math skills; and classes to prepare for The ged exam. English as a second language is offered for language learners. Additional immigration services, including applying for citizenship are offered.expenses $183,721. Including grants of $0. Revenue $2,727.capital cost: costs associated with The ongoing function of The organization.expenses $40,507. Including grants of $0. Revenue $0.community development - encompasses various Community activities and programs that help advance and support The individuals and families served by Claymont Community Center. We provide a supportive environment that facilitates growth, family enrichment, civic development and Community well-being, thus stimulating a higher level of quality of life for those we serve. Ccc houses one of The most comprehensive groups of social service programs serving any Community in The state located in one building. The Center participates in Community planning and service coordination with other agencies and Community groups to respond to ongoing and emerging human and social needs. In support of all of these activities, ccc manages The building and grounds, provides facility support, meeting rooms, utilities, reception and mail services, internet access, three commercial kitchens, two gymnasiums, a track, baseball and football fields, a playground and a dog park.expenses $167,407. Including grants of $0. Revenue $0.