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UrbanPromise Toronto began in 1998 with the vision to see change in government-housing neighbourhoods. Beginning with one small after-school program for children, UrbanPromise has grown into an organization that reaches hundreds of children, youth, and families in four communities across the city.
The original vision for UrbanPromise was created in 1985 in the city of Camden, New Jersey. Dr. Anthony Campolo (Professor of Sociology, Eastern College) was invited to set up a program for children, using a church as the location, to address the needs of the city’s many underprivileged and marginalized citizens. He recruited college-aged students to work with the youth of Camden. After establishing a solid presence in Camden, UrbanPromise was developed with the aim of serving "at - risk" communities in other cities across North America. The program is based on the belief that children and young adults have the potential to achieve success, and with support, they can reach their full God-given potential. |
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Educators, criminologists and social workers all agree that the most critical hours for inner-city children are between 3pm-6pm and during the summer months. It is during these hours that children are most at risk to predators, the streets and themselves. UrbanPromise Toronto works to create safe environments where children experience nurturing care and attention during these times.
Our dedicated staff and volunteers offer tutoring assistance, Bible studies, healthy snacks and recreation for children in four different Toronto neighbourhoods on a daily basis. Special events like talent shows, community “hangout nights” and field trips to places like the Science Centre, museums, plays and sporting events provide additional opportunities for staff to mentor children. (return to top of page) |
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Children’s Programs
Our programs for children ages 5-10 are developed out of the belief that self-confidence, academic success, social skills, physical health and spiritual growth are all necessary elements of healthy development in children. (Read more). |
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YMAD (Youth Making A Difference)
YMAD focuses on the development of youth ages 11-14 with the belief that positive care and guidance during these years will enable youth to make healthy life choices as they continue to grow and mature. (Read more). |
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UPHold
Our UPHold program encourages mothers living in government-housing to see themselves as God’s beautiful creations by providing opportunities where they can grow spiritually and personally. (Read more). |
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UPReach
We are committed to caring for the whole person and so we offer counselling care at various levels in order to address the particular needs of community members. (Read more). |
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We are currently serving in 3 Toronto Community Housing neighbourhoods in Toronto. |
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| Camp Victory |
COMMUNITY: Mount Olive
LOCATION: Thistletown Baptist Church, Kipling/Finch in Etobicoke |
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| Camp Hope |
COMMUNITY: Warden Woods
LOCATION: Scarborough Baptist Church, Warden/St. Clair in Scarborough |
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| Camp Freedom |
COMMUNITY: Driftwood and Shoreham
LOCATION: Christian Centre Church, Jane/Finch in North York |
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