Programs
The Read to Lead Academy
After- School Program
Our after school program helps children continue to learn, keeps them on track in school, and provides a fun and safe environment.September-May Monday-Thursday from 3pm-6:30pm
Camp Restart (Jump STArt Camp)
As a result of COVID-19, Jump STArt Camp will run differently in order to keep our youth safe. Our camp will operate under the name Camp Restart to reflect our new virtual learning expeditions for campers!
Camp Restart will provide youth with an adventure-filled summer that includes, science, technology, art, reading, and more all while social distancing and staying safe!
*Stay tuned for our summer start date.*
The Read to Lead Academy is for children in K - 8th grade.
The Nehemiah Project
The Nehemiah Project is a partnership between the Beth and Backpack Chattanooga that provides underprivileged children with school supplies.
Bethlehem Leadership Unit (B.L.U.)
B.L.U. is a leadership development program that challenges high school students to come up with ways to improve their community, city, and even other parts of the country
Community Connection Initiatives
Alton Park CommUNITY Urban Farm & Market
The Bethlehem Center's Alton Park CommUNITY Urban Farm & Market is officially opening on Thursday, July 25 at 11am!
The mission of the Alton Park CommUNITY Urban Farm & Market is to create a sustainable urban farm that empowers the community through health education, food access, and economic empowerment.
Bethlehem Sports Program
Our sports program allows children in preschool and middle school to be a part of a league that grows together, developing skills such as trust and depending on one another. program currently offers softball with hopes to offer more sports in the soon future. In the past we have partnered with local camps, such as theAlvin Kamara Football Camp, to give our youth as many positive enriching experiences as possible.
For more information on how to sign up your child, call Demetrius Morgan at (423) 304 - 3891.
Impact1!
The goal of Impact1! is to help participants discover their innate strengths and capabilities and to help them chart a successful course in life. The participants receive faith-based success strategy training coupled with construction skills training, capped off with a celebration in which the graduates receive recognition and certification.Throughout the week, Impact 1! provides training and mentoring through professional work projects. Those who graduate from the program learn additional skills as they engage in remodeling, residential fencing and creating decks, porches, ramps, roofing, and more.
Partnership Food Pantry
We have a food pantry co-sponsored by the Partnership For Families, Children, and Adults Building Stable Lives program!
To qualify, call 211 or (423) 265-8000.
Mondays: 9 a.m - 1 p.m.
Wednesdays (Seniors & Disabled Individuals) : 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Fridays: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
*For senior and disabled residents of Emma Wheeler Homes, transportation will be provided to and from the pantry on Wednesdays.*
Call 423-266-1384 for more info.
Food items needed:
Ground Beef
Peanut Butter
Condiments (mayo, salad dressing, mustard)
Canned meats
Crackers (saltine)
Canned vegetables
Noodles
Dry beans (pinto, white, etc.
Rice
Spaghetti Sauce
Spaghetti
Soup
Boys to Men at the Beth
The primary focus of this male mentoring program was to stress personal and social development with educational attainment. In 2019, Boys to Men merged with the United Methodist Neighborhood Center, Inc and became Boys to Men at the Beth.
Omega Lamplighters
The Omega Lamplighters is a youth program developed by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and the Omega Activity Center Foundation, Inc. Founded in 1995, the Lamplighters program provides boys in grades 3rd-12th with educational, cultural, social, emotional and psychological activities designed to provide good life skills and prepare them to become successful and contributing members of the community. To accomplish these objectives, the program provides mentoring, tutoring, etiquette training, and career counseling.The program not only teaches etiquette, respect, academics, and responsibility, it also encourages friendship, teamwork, and creativity.
Luke 10:25-37 Fund
Inspired by the biblical story of the Good Samaritan, The Luke 10:25-37 Fund helps with emergency circumstances by assisting individuals and families in need. The fund provides support by means of technical assistance rather than an exchange of currency.
All participants are properly vetted and action taken to assist the participants must be approved by the Executive Board of the Bethlehem Center.