Rankin Christian Center

Children and youth services - the center's youth programs each provide a variety of age-appropriate recreational, nutritional, computer and skill-building activities aimed at promoting physical, spiritual, social and emotional development. They are the following: afterschool program (first through sixth grades); youth of the nation (ages 13-18); and summer camp (first through sixth grades). The afterschool and summer programs serve up to 50 enrollees. Youth of the nation impacts the lives of up to 20 at-risk area teens. In addition to these programs, the rankin christian center raises thousands of dollars of private donations annually for its a.n. Minney scholarship program, which since the 1970's has awarded scholarships to college-bound seniors and returning college students who are graduates of the woodland hills school district. Up to 20 scholarships of $500 - $1,000 each are awarded each year, for a total of $12,000 - 20,000.

Community development - the center's community development programs include seniors on the move, which offers activities and services to keep individuals age 60 and over active and independent within their communities. By fostering an environment rich in social interaction, recreational activities, educational opportunities and health and wellness programs, the center strives to support seniors in leading vibrant, fulfilling lives. On average, around 20 seniors participate in daily activities such as computer classes and miscellaneous recreational activities, while 50 - 70 take advantage of the special events. The center's food services program partners with other local organizations and businesses to provide food assistance to residents who meet the income and residency requirements. Through the center's partnerships with the greater pittsburgh community food bank, the edgewood towne center giant eagle, aldi's markets, and other local participating vendors, the program strives to provide a comprehensive selection of items from all six food groups. On average, the food services program serves around 250 needy families each month. The center also provides outreach services in the local community to at-risk residents living in public housing.

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