About Pro-Youth/HEART

With two decades of highly successful, noteworthy history and experience, Pro-Youth / HEART, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, continues to serve youth on school campuses during the hours of 2-6 p.m., when juvenile crime is otherwise rampant.  Our HEART Program cherishes the belief that giving children hope reduces youth violence and saves lives.  As our most precious community resource, these youth deserve opportunities to develop strong decision making skills and to have a safe place to be during these after school hours.

Through the work of 290 dedicated and well trained staff, many of whom are former HEART students, HEART youth are availing themselves of numerous educational and vocational pathways.

Financial support for these wonderful programs comes from federal, state and local governmental agencies, although a substantial portion of the budget needs must be met by generous gifts from the local community.

Today, Pro-Youth / HEART serves over 4,000 youth in after school programs every school day in Tulare County at 27 school sites, including three high schools.  Community partnerships are the foundation of the HEART After-School Program. With the help and financial support of community members, HEART is able to keep children safe from gangs, enhance their education, and provide hope for a bright future. HEART is building a better tomorrow by investing in children today.

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