Community Programs: Community Arts, Youth Mentorship, Lifeskills Training

SMiles

SMiles is an inclusive physical recreation program open to individuals of all abilities, designed to promote active participation in community settings through running, yoga, and other movement-based activities. Participants engage in structured movement activities that support fitness, coordination, balance, flexibility, endurance, and routine, while building confidence, comfort in shared public spaces, neighborhood exploration, and meaningful social connections. The program emphasizes community connection and belonging by creating opportunities for participants to move alongside peers, volunteers, and community members.

Outshine Community Arts Group

Outshine is an inclusive, community-based program that brings together individuals of all abilities to build meaningful connections through collaborative creative projects and shared experiences. Participants engage in activities such as art-making, music and movement, group performances, field trips, sports, and hands-on projects that encourage learning through doing. Programming emphasizes teamwork, flexibility, communication, and performance skills, while supporting confidence, independence, and participation in real-world community settings.

Walk With U Mentoring Program

Walk With U provides guidance and care for children and youth of all abilities through Bible-led and virtue-based teachings by hosting topical discussions, social activities, group outings, volunteer opportunities, cultural immersion, and one-on-one mentorship.

Blue Hat Cooking Community Classes

Cooking and barista training classes for youth and young adults of all abilities. Participants gain knowledge of cooking and baking techniques, food and nutrition, and other life skills weekly Saturday. Interested participants may also participate in the barista training track. Working with industry experts and volunteers in a small group setting, participants develop skills, confidence, and socio-emotional awareness while having fun and building friendships through the collaborative process.