King’s Kids After School Programs
Up to 120 children attend MLKFS after school and participate in quality programming with the goal of helping them to become academically sound and nurturing their critical thinking skills. Students are offered homework help, character building, STEM programming, sports and fitness, literacy support and arts/cultural experiences.
Afterschool Locations:
MLK Community Center: 3 Rutland Street, Springfield, MA 01109
MLK Charter School: 285 Dorset Street, Springfield, MA 01118
King’s Kids Summer Day Camp
Our action-packed day camp is the ultimate playground for kids aged 5-12. Kids enjoy a whirlwind of thrilling games, creative crafts, and weekly showcases. From treasure hunts and water balloon wars to art extravaganzas and sports showdowns, every day is a blast! Our experienced counselors lead the way, ensuring non-stop laughter, new friendships, and unforgettable memories. Register for camp
Beat the Odds is a youth lead coalition focused on breaking the cycle of stigma and barriers to youth mental health care. Together we unite the voices of youth while raising awareness around under discussed youth issues. We seek to uplift the importance of social pressures on youth mental health and empower youth to be equal partners in the process of change. Learn More
HBCU Experience
MLKFS works in conjunction with the HBCU Tour Committee, an all- volunteer organization, to facilitate workshops which focus on college admissions process, scholarships, and career pathways leading up to an annual tour of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The tour takes over 5-7 days during the Spring Break for Springfield Public Schools. It is our belief that the HBCU Tour experience will provide participating youth with several opportunities for their future academics. Learn More
Night Spot Program
Empowers youth ages 11-23 to be critical thinkers and community builders while preparing them for life in high school, college, and beyond and encouraging a drug-free future.
Learn more about our Night Spot program and all the exciting activities we offer. Whether you’re looking to improve your jump shot, polish your resume, or simply connect with like-minded individuals, you’ll find everything you need to make the most of your evenings with us.
Check out our schedule of upcoming events and workshops, and don’t forget to sign up to reserve your spot. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Night Spot and help you unleash your full potential, both on and off the court.
Come be a part of our vibrant community and discover why the Night Spot is the place to be for fun, learning, and friendship. See you soon!