WELCOME TO CDS!

ABOUT US

EMPOWERING YOUTH, FAMILIES, & COMMUNITY IN THE PHILADELPHIA AREA

A young girl with a colorful tie-dye headband drawing on yellow paper at a table in a classroom with other children in the background.

Group of children playing on a seesaw at a playground on a sunny day, some children sitting on the seesaw and others standing nearby.

Two young children playing with colorful plastic construction pieces on a table in a classroom.

Children engaged in building with colorful toys and arts in a classroom decorated with art projects on the walls.

Children playing Connect 4 game at a table in a classroom or community room, with other children and an adult in the background.

A young girl with braided hair and a pink shirt riding a colorful carousel lion at an amusement park.

CDS BRIGHT FUTURES AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING PROGRAM

OUT OF SCHOOL TIME PROGRAMS

Youth in grades K–8 participate in our year-round safe and engaging Out-of-School Programs at our sites in Philadelphia, PA. Many of our students return year after year to experience new opportunities, build lasting friendships, and continue to grow.

Families can feel confident knowing their children are in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment. CDS staff are dedicated to building trusting relationships with every child and family, with a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning and personal development.

Our staff mentors students every step of the way, inspiring them to reach their highest potential. The CDS after-school curriculum is filled with fun, learning, and exciting new experiences designed to help every student thrive.

WE ARE NOW ENROLLING FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

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CDS ADVENTURE SUMMER CAMP

Our camp provides youth with a safe and engaging environment where they can strengthen their academic, social, and leadership skills. The program offers structure and support during the summer months, when supervision and continued learning are especially important.

We also provide a wide range of enriching activities, including field trips, performing arts, career awareness exploration, life skills development, sports, and various educational workshops.

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VISION

(CDS) Community Development Services envisions a future in which all youth and families in urban, at-risk communities have access to quality, equitable education and career opportunities. We believe this access helps reduce violence and feelings of hopelessness while strengthening confidence and improving overall quality of life in our communities.

WHAT WE DO

The CDS Community Learning Center provides academic, artistic, and cultural enrichment opportunities for students and their families during non-school hours, including before and after school, weekends, holidays, and summer recess. Our mission is to support students in improving academic achievement and meeting local and state standards in core subjects such as reading and mathematics by offering a safe and supportive learning environment, along with literacy tutoring, math tutoring, ESL support, and academic enrichment opportunities.

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