DONATE NOW VOLUNTEER CATEGORY News Catch up on recent goings-on at WYC ‘Expressing themselves’ T&G article details HopeVid-2020 goals For those looking for an in-depth look at the Worcester Youth Center’s HopeVid-2020 multimedia project and the challenges of putting it together during the pandemic, longtime Worcester Telegram & Gazette Features reporter Richard Duckett delivers a well-written piece. September 26, 2020 Teen Circle’s pandemic-safety jam draws applause from Boston media Worcester Youth Center’s Teen Circle got into the rhythm of COVID-19 safety with an infectious Zoom-based video that has drawn widespread attention and praise. Continue Reading → August 26, 2020 Virtual programs keep learning, connections alive amid COVID-19 Although the COVID-19 situation has temporarily shuttered the center, WYC continues to offer virtual access to youth programs, groups and daily meetings through online registration. Continue Reading → August 26, 2020 Worcester Youth Center receives share of summer jobs money The Worcester Youth Center has been a home to youth looking for positive emotional and educational growth, but the resources and opportunities it offers aren’t cost-free. September 6, 2017 Youths create new rain garden at Broad Meadow Brook in Worcester A recent Bancroft School graduate brought a new rain garden to Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center & Wildlife Sanctuary this summer. September 6, 2017 Governor Patrick Praises Youth Initiative José Vazquez of Worcester knew only a rough life.The 21-year-old said growing up, he ran with the “wrong crowd” and got into all sorts of trouble, especially with local police. April 1, 2015 Worcester Youth Center Celebrates 20th Anniversary Worcester Youth Center has provided thousands of young people with a safe place to build lasting, positive changes in their lives. April 1, 2015 Big 2-0; Youth Center celebrates second decade of service At the start, the Worcester Youth Center was not much more than a room in the basement of City Hall. But by the early 1990s, the warm welcome had turned cooler and there was a growing tension between the youth of Worcester and the authorities. September 23, 2014 Worcester Youth Center Focuses On Green Jobs For a first meeting, it was a good sign. A group of young people gathered around a conference table at the Worcester Youth Center, listening as staff member Jeanette Roach offered them a chance to work in green jobs and learn in a college classroom. January 20, 2014 What Happens When College Students And Residents Work Together On Sept. 20, 2012 a cold call visit to the Worcester Youth Center changed my life. I was standing in front of the Youth Center’s receptionist asking to see the director because of a community project idea that a few Holy Cross students had been discussing via email. The director, Samuel Martin, came out to greet me and we began to talk about the facilities at the Youth Center. September 20, 2013 « Older posts KEEP IN TOUCH Address: 326 Chandler St. Worcester, MA 01602 Email: info@worcesteryouthcenter.org Phone: 508-791-4702 Fax: 508-791-3613 Worcester Youth Center Inc. is a tax-exempt, registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible. CONNECT WITH US KEY CATEGORIES News Featured RECENT ARTICLES ‘Expressing themselves’ T&G article details HopeVid-2020 goals Teen Circle’s pandemic-safety jam draws applause from Boston media Virtual programs keep learning, connections alive amid COVID-19 © 2021 WORCESTER YOUTH CENTER TO TOP ↑