Our three community centers are the Gerard Carter Center, Cornerstone Todt Hill, and Cornerstone Richmond Terrace. These centers provide year-round out of school time activities for youth ages 5-21 and pro­grams for adults 22+, including seniors. Our innovative community model promotes a healthy lifestyle and social engagement for both youth and adults. These programs are funded by the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development.

Youth Programs

​Youth programs are designed to help participants acquire the skills and attitudes to:

• Grow healthy social and emotional skills
• Succeed academically and graduate from high school
• Pursue their chosen career pathways
• Contribute to their families and communities

After School Program
Our vibrant after school program offers a range of free, fun and engaging programming and activities for children in grades K-5. Programming lasts from September-June
(matching the NYC Board of Education School Calendar).
Registration required, please note that space is limited.
Click here for community after school programs.
Hours
Monday-Friday 2:00 – 6:00 pm
The ASP is also open 9:00am – 6:00pm
during most school breaks.
Our free ASP includes:

• Homework assistance
• Safe structured theme-based program activities
• Game room with pool table, board games and video games
• Arts & crafts
• Computer lab
• Dance
• Fitness & sports
• Special events & trips
• Music engineering studio
• Pick up from PS 78
• Conflict resolution workshops
• Field trips to different cultural events and spaces
• Free hot meal and snack provided daily

Summer Program
Our safe free 8-week summer camp includes plenty of fun summer activities & trips.
Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 11:00pm
Saturday & Sunday 3:00 – 11:00pm
Our free Summer program activities include:

• Daily Academics
• Trips to the local pool
• Theme-based program activities
• Indoor/Outdoor Games
• Arts & Crafts
• Computer Lab
• Dance
• Fitness & Sports
• Special events & trips to different theme parks, museums and theaters around the tri-state area
• Free breakfast, lunch and snack provided daily

Camp registration is required; space is limited.
Staff

• All staff experienced and trained to be with all ages of children
• CPR/AED certified Staff
• All staff are fingerprinted and cleared through NYS Office of Children & Families
• All staff and specialists are committed to exposing the students to meaningful experiences and unique learning opportunities
• We maintain DOH required staff ratio at all times

Adult Programs

Adult programming includes:

• Fitness & sports
• Computer lab
• Parenting workshops
• Job readiness classes
• ESL courses
• Advisory board
• Holiday celebrations
• New home buyer workshops
• Community building

Special Events

Don’t miss these upcoming special events!
Todt Hill:
September 4: Back to School Event - School Book Bag Giveaway Haircuts/Hair Styles
October 25: Haunted House
October 31: Annual Trunk or Treat Event
November 15: Annual Friendsgiving Potluck
December 14: Winter Wonderland
December 21: Winter Family Brunch
February 14: Blended Love Event
March 20: Women’s History Event
May 9: Mother’s Day Brunch
June 13: Family Carnival
Richmond Terrace:
September 3: Back to School Event - School Book Bag Giveaway Haircuts/Hair Styles
September 27: Family Night
October 25: Haunted House
October 30: Family Night
November 27: Family Night
December 21: Holiday Potluck
December 29: Family Night, Gift Giveaway/Pajama Party
February 14, Valentine’s Day Showcase
February 28: Family Night
March 13: Spring Fling
March 25: Women’s History Event
March 27: Family Night
April 24: Family Night
May 9: Mother’s Day Brunch
May 29: Family Night
June 5: Juneteenth Event
Carter Center:
October 25: Haunted House
December 27: Kwanzaa Celebration
February TBD: Black History Presentation
March TBD: Women’s Empowerment Tribute
April 4: Easter Egg Hunt
May 2: Mother’s Day Brunch (11am-3pm)
June 13: Father’s Day Celebration (12-4pm)
June 19: End of Year Celebration (3-7pm)

Locations

Gerard Carter Center: 230 Broad Street, Staten Island, NY 10304

Contact Us
Ranti Ogunleye, Director
718.981.0500 or mogunleye@sijcc.com
Follow us on Instagram @gerardcartercenter 

​About Police Officer Gerard Carter:
The community center was named after fallen Police Officer Gerard Carter who was killed in the line of duty while apprehending a suspect after only five years of service. Officer Carter is best remembered for his generosity and always going above and beyond what was expected on him.
Officer Carter chose to become an officer because he realized the city needed a cop with heart and with understanding for the people he served. As he patrolled the streets of Stapleton he knew so well, Officer Carter balanced his authority with compassion. He knew the streets and the problems within the community, and Officer Carter tried every day to make a difference. The Gerard Carter Community Center is a wonderful testimonial to his love for youth programs in which he volunteered and his commitment to this community.
Hours
September – June
Monday - Friday:
• After School 2:00 – 6:00pm
• Middle School/High School/Adults 6:00 – 10:00pm
Saturday:
• All Age Groups/Open to the public: 10:00am – 5:00pm
• Middle School/High School/Adults 6:00 – 10:00pm
July/August
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
(Elementary School Only)
Monday – Friday: 6:00 – 11:00pm
(Middle School/High School/Adults)
Saturday/Sunday: 3:00 – 11:00pm
(Middle School/High School/Adults)

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Todt Hill: 255 Westwood Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314

​Contact Us
Cornerstone Director: Debra Fredrick, 718.619.5080
Todt Hill: Rebecca Catalan, Director
718.761.4393 or rcatalan@sijcc.com
Follow us on Instagram @jcc_todthill

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Richmond Terrace: 71 Jersey Street, Staten Island, NY 10301

Contact Us
Mickell Garraway, Director
718.981.7942 or mgarraway@sijcc.com
Follow us on Instagram @jcc_cornerstone_rt