Our programs bring a wide range of benefits to youth, families and communities including: boosting academic performance, reduce risky behaviors, promoting physical health, and provide a safe, structured environment for participants
Program Offerings
Co-Ed Internships
Career Lunch & Learns
Program Lecture Series
Basketball Skills Training
Art Classes
Gardening Classes
Grilling/Cooking Classes
He’s My Hero Father’s Photo Shoot
Heart Screenings for young people ages 12-22
Modeling/Acting Classes with J3 Productions
Center Table food giveaways
Other Events
STEM Robotics
Suit Up Experience
Suit Up Experience is an interactive program for young men ages 15-24. The program is designed to offer hygiene, wardrobe styling grooming, financial literacy, professional development and enrichment classes. Each participant receives a complimentary suit as a result of completing the series of classes.
Heroes Center Internship Program
Our year round 12 - 24 week internship program is designed to provide hands on experience for college students.
Students who are interested in Sports Management, Health Exercise, Health & Wellness, Fitness, Physical Therapy, Personal Training, Business Administration, Sports Journalism or Marketing are qualified to participate in our program.
Students receive community service hours, college credit or a stipend if the qualify for financial assistance.
Internship Cycles
Spring - January - May
Summer - June - August
Fall - September - December
To date more than 450 students have participated in the internship program.