If we all do a little, the results will be a lot
C.H.E.E.R.S. to a Better Community!
Community, Health, Equity, Empowerment, Resources and Service
HOW WE C.H.E.E.R.S. - Empowering Change
Our Mission Why We C.H.E.E.R.S.
C.H.E.E.R.S. empowers youth in Worcester County, MA through mentorship, community service, and mutual aid projects. We address food insecurity, promote health and wellness, and create pathways for growth by exposing our youth to opportunities. Together, we uplift unsheltered and underserved community members while building a more equitable and connected future.
Our Vision
We dream of a future where mentorship & mutual aid empower youth to overcome challenges, support their communities, and shape a more just & equitable world for all.
Our Values What We C.H.E.E.R.S. for
Community
We value the power of collective action, encouraging strong connections and collaboration to uplift underserved communities.
Health & Wellness
We are dedicated to promoting holistic well-being through healthy eating, physical activity, mental health support, and substance use & violence prevention education.
Equity
We are committed to creating a fair and just world by addressing systemic inequalities and ensuring all individuals have access to essential resources.
Empowerment
We believe in equipping youth with the tools, knowledge, education and confidence to overcome challenges, access opportunities and achieve their fullest potential.
Resources
We create transformative opportunities for youth in career pathways exploration, education and within their communities.
Service
We are committed to creating a fair and just world by addressing systemic inequalities and ensuring all individuals have access to essential resources.
Feeding Hope, Building Leaders
Youth Community Service Mentorship
Youth Community Service Mentorship
Youth Community Service Mentorship
Our comprehensive programs aim to empower youth through education, community engagement, & personal development. We focus on addressing food insecurity and inequities while building future leaders.
•Food Insecurity Basketball Clinics
• Community Service & Engagement
•Cultural & Nutrition Cooking Classes
•Financial Literacy & Education
•He
Our comprehensive programs aim to empower youth through education, community engagement, & personal development. We focus on addressing food insecurity and inequities while building future leaders.
•Food Insecurity Basketball Clinics
• Community Service & Engagement
•Cultural & Nutrition Cooking Classes
•Financial Literacy & Education
•Health & Wellness
•Girls Mentorship
•Career Pathways Exploration
Community Exposure
Youth Community Service Mentorship
Youth Community Service Mentorship
Embark on a journey of self-discovery with our Career Pathways Exploration programs, where youth expand their career visions, cultivate financial literacy, and engage with influential community, city and state leaders to shape their future.
Community Impact
Youth Community Service Mentorship
Community Impact
Beyond supporting food insecurity projects for youth and unsheltered individuals, our program offers basketball clinics, group work outs, nutrition workshops and cooking classes to teach participants to make informed, healthy food choices while exploring the rich culinary traditions of their communities. Young people not only transform
Beyond supporting food insecurity projects for youth and unsheltered individuals, our program offers basketball clinics, group work outs, nutrition workshops and cooking classes to teach participants to make informed, healthy food choices while exploring the rich culinary traditions of their communities. Young people not only transform their personal health but also become catalysts for positive change within their families and neighborhoods.
C.H.E.E.R.S. for Girls Empowerment & STrengTH
Build Strong Minds & Voices
Healthy Body, Healthy Habits
Build Strong Minds & Voices
C.H.E.E.R.S. empowers girls by promoting self-worth, individuality, and belonging through activities and discussions that build confidence and highlight their strengths. By teaching them to use their voice, cope with stress, build healthy relationships, serve their community, and network effectively, we inspire them to face challenges,
C.H.E.E.R.S. empowers girls by promoting self-worth, individuality, and belonging through activities and discussions that build confidence and highlight their strengths. By teaching them to use their voice, cope with stress, build healthy relationships, serve their community, and network effectively, we inspire them to face challenges, advocate for menstrual hygiene equity and one another, and pursue their dreams.
Stand Tall, Stay Safe
Healthy Body, Healthy Habits
Build Strong Minds & Voices
Our commitment to building strong minds extends to physical well-being & safety. Our girls only works outs, & Rape, Aggression, Defense (R.A.D.) self-defense training empowers girls with practical skills to protect themselves. By focusing on both mental & physical health, we create a comprehensive program that supports the overall development of our participants. C.H.E.E.R.S. for safety!
Healthy Body, Healthy Habits
Healthy Body, Healthy Habits
Healthy Body, Healthy Habits
C.H.E.E.R.S. promotes positive body image by encouraging girls to appreciate and care for their bodies. Our program features women-led workouts, nutrition-focused cooking classes, and hands-on mentorship to help girls build self-confidence and develop a healthy relationship with their minds, emotions, and uniqueness.
HeLP SPREAD C.H.E.E.R.S.- JOIN US!
How To C.H.E.E.R.S. With Us
•Volunteer as a mentor, coach or cooking/nutrition
instructor
•Donate menstrual hygiene or hygiene products
•Donate meal ingredients, waters or
healthy snacks
•Donate a classroom, gym or kitchen space
•Share our cause and connect us with resources
•Support our fundraising efforts
•All donations are tax deductible
Who C.H.E.E.R.S. With Us
•All One Credit Union
•Worcester Community Action Council
•Clark University- Hillel
•Woo Serves – United Way of Central Mass
•Notre Dame Academy - Love in Action
•Marcia's Elegant LED Rental Logistics Phot Booth & Catering Services LLC
•Challenge Yourself Fitness
•Troy B. Thompson Photography
•Keeping Worcester Warm
•The Pakachoag Center
•The No Evil Project
•Woo Sox
•DCU Center
