Student help in imperative to this kind of operation because it helps keep the cost low for NCLT, thus allowing them to pass the savings on to the families. Every week, a group of brothers participates in various activities that they would not have the opportunity to do otherwise. We go roller skating, swimming, play putt-putt, and do anything else that is fun. The kids look forward to seeing familiar faces each week and become attached to the core group of brothers who participate. The Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club runs an after-school tutoring program.
Brothers go and help the kids with homework, usually in reading and math.
Grade levels range from kindergarten to high school. The kids are very energetic, and they always appreciate the help that we provide. The facilities have a library with childrens books, and brothers also read stories to the children. There are a lot of kids there, and the staff really appreciate all the additional help they can get. Projects typically involve manual labor, but physical strength is not required.