Background
We founded the John J Byrne Community Center on the premise that a facility in the community where our youth can go in their downtime to participate in constructive, fun, and enriching activities would lessen likely unsavory street activities arising from their conduct. The idea is that providing programs and activities such as the following under a single umbrella would prove to be critical to accomplishing our goal.

• After-School Activities:
  After-school programs and activities can help deter at-risk youth from criminal activities by providing a constructive environment in a physical structure where appropriate rules apply.
  
  
• Volunteer Opportunities:
  Some young people may build their self-esteem by doing something worthwhile. Volunteering to give back and help their peers help them prepare for great things when they feel a sense of satisfaction accomplishing different tasks.
  
  
• Social Interaction Opportunities :
  Youths must have a safe environment to visit and participate in new activities. Giving the youthful generation a healthy outlet for their energy and a place to interact socially with peers can prevent anti-social behavior and nurture the individual's most positive attributes instead.
  
  
• Healthy Living:
  Prioritizing physical fitness is vital. The community center, which puts socializing at the heart of everything it does – such as making fitness fun, can be an excellent practical experience. And promoting nutritional health by offering cooking classes to help prepare them for their meals in adulthood and informing their choices of healthy food selections is a win-win!
  
  
• Encourage Culture and Creativity:
  Cultural activities and arts and crafts classes are vital to encouraging youth enrichment and appreciation of society and the world around them.
  
  
• Share Information:
  Valuable information on events, programs, and other community activities in a community center broadens their horizon, allowing them to know what else is available in the community to engage their interests. With information on local drama productions, shows, and other community events, you can bet that almost all their needs can be satisfied. Guides, brochures, flyers, newsletters, you name it, they can find it at their community center to stay connected with what's happening in your town or city.
  
  

FOR CONTRIBUTIONS BY MAIL:

Please make check or money order payable to: Uniondale Neighborhood Center, Inc.

Memo: You Give, Youth Win

Mail to:

Uniondale Neighborhood Center, Inc. (or)  John J. Byrne Community Center | UNIONDALE

800 Jerusalem Avenue
PO Box 53
Uniondale, NY 11553

We appreciate your support.