History and future 

Phase I (2021-2022) — 

• Crafted a visionary five-year plan for the center's future.

• Started offering classes in temporary community spaces, generously donated by residents or businesses.

Phase II (2022) — 

• Constructed the center's headquarters with support from community members who contributed time, materials, and equipment. 

• In-kind contributions were supplemented by external support. 

Phase III (2023-2024) —

• Thirty-four students were served in three classes, with two teachers on staff.

• Multi-year funding was secured to meet annual general operating expenses.

• Through a GoFundMe fundraising campaign the center successfully realized its goal to support scholarships for students from families with difficult financial conditions. 

Phase IV (2025) —

• Establish the three-year pilot program providing full scholarships to children from families with difficult financial conditions.

• Expand community outreach and engagement.  

Phase V (2025-2030) — 

• Establish an endowment fund to ensure long-term financial stability.

• Partner with a fiscal sponsor to allow for tax-deductible charitable donations.  

• Expand the center's campus to include additional space for classes, areas for community engagement, and on-site living quarters for students participating in the scholarship program.

• Increase the center’s staffing and enhance its instructional resources.