YOUTH services

From programs for at risk students and youth based entrepreneurial programs to year round after school tutorial programs for preschoolers to college students, Sankofa CDC provides opportunities as well as social intervention activities for our city’s youth. Students in Baltimore City and County, need volunteer work-study credits for graduation? See how you can earn them through volunteering at our headquarters.  

Youth Entrepreneurial Academy (YEA)

Through a grant from Associate Black Charities, during July 2003, Sankofa sponsored what we envision as a future year round program working with youth ages 12-17. The program seeks to train youth in their formative years when their understanding of their role in society is being shaped and expose them to new skill sets and values.

The mission of YEA is to introduce to youth business basics needed to meet the challenges of the 21st century. This program differs from Junior Achievement in that it seeks to instill, in each participant the need to search within and to identify resources that empower our youth to further develop into future business owners.

Students are selected through an application and interview process and once selected, participate in learning all aspects of owning a business. Students are actively involved in studying aspects of marketing/sales, business administration, finance and manufacturing/production. Field trips to small, medium and large businesses and other agencies enhance the hands on experience made possible with the support of local business owners.

P.O.C Gail McClelland
410-644-7080
Sankofacdc@msn.com

Youth Business Center

In conjunction with the youth dental center, funds are allocated from the Economic Development Initiative (EDI) provided by the Honorable U.S. Senator Barbara Mikulski and Honorable U.S. Congressman Elijah Cummings to provide meeting and conference space for the youth business center. This center will also house the Youth Entrepreneurial Academy.

P.O.C Cedric Easter, Anthony Hairston, Gale McClelland and Kenny Hooper
410-644-7080
Sankofacdc@msn.com

Kumon Math and Reading Center

Using a 45-year time tested Japanese "back to basics" method of learning; students’ pre-K 4 to College can enroll for a monthly fee in this after school supplemental program. Both math and reading tracks are offered and a one-year minimum enrollment is required. This is a 365-day a year program which offers both independent study as well as one on one assistance. Reduce tuition rate is available for low and disadvantage families. Sessions meet two days a week.

P.O.C Rosalind Ambrose/ Donald Debnam
410-644-7341
instructorkumonbaltowest@comcast.com

Do You Need Volunteer Credit Hours for Graduation? We’re looking for You.

Student Volunteers Needed

If you meet most of the below requirements contact your School’s Coordinator or Guidance Counselor:

• Current National Honor Society Member -or
• A or B average in both Math and Reading (required)
• Positive Attitude (required)
• Dependable (required)
• Punctual (required)
• Have reliable transportation (required)
• Available Monday’s and Thursday’s from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and/or 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Saturday’s.
• Enjoys working with younger children and interacts well with peers.

To learn more about Kumon click here to visit the Kumon Math and Reading North America website.

Center Location:

Calvin St & Lillian Thomas Youth Entrepreneurial Building at Wickham
New Psalmist Ministries Wickham Campus
2 North Wickham Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21229

Office: (410) 644-7341 Fax: (410) 644-7081

For directions click here.

Youth Golf Academy

In partnership with the United States Golf Association, the Sankofa CDC Youth Golf Academy serves as a mentoring program to teach at risk youth the fundamentals of golf and provide exposure to golf courses in the area.

P.O.C. Cedric Easter
410-644-7080
Sankofa_Cedric@msn.com

One Church Ten Families (OCTF)

The one church (New Psalmist Baptist Church) and ten families comprise the One Church Ten Families project. This service is a signature project of the Juvenile and Family Court Judges’ Leadership Council (JLC). The JLC’s goal under the OCTF project is to establish a working partnership with the faith communities to create a comprehensive child centered, but family focused, "wrap around" system that serves both as a dispositional alternative and provides a network of support services for families in need.

P.O.C. Cedric Easter
410-644-7080
Sankofa_Cedric@msn.com