Creative Comfort Club
After-School Program
Mission Statement
The Kelly Foundation’s Creative Comfort Club provides children with nutritious meals, safe spaces, and enriching after-school and summer programs. Our mission is to nourish bodies, inspire minds, and uplift communities by combining healthy food, creative learning, and emotional support for every child we serve.
Vision Statement
We envision a community where every child has access to healthy meals, safe environments, and opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive. Through the Community Comfort Club's Kitchen, we aim to reduce childhood hunger, foster creativity and wellness, and empower young people to reach their full potential.
Schedule
MONDAY – “Mind & Movement Day”
Group A (5–7)
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Story time with SEL themes
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Movement games: follow-the-leader, obstacle course
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Mindfulness through breathing balloons
Group B (8–11)
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Homework help + reading circle
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Yoga for kids / stretching
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Emotional check-in activity (“Color Your Feelings”)
Group C (12–14)
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Goal-setting workshop
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Beginner fitness circuits
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Journaling: “My Week Plan”
Group D (15–17)
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Leadership workshop
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Assisting staff with setting up younger groups
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Fitness + stress management session
TUESDAY – “Creative Arts & Expression Day”
Group A (5–7)
Fingerpainting / crafts
Music & rhythm activities
Group B (8–11)
Drawing, collage, and beginner photography
Creative writing prompts
Group C (12–14)
Digital art / basic graphic design apps
Spoken word circle
Group D (15–17)
Film editing basics
Leading art stations for younger kids
WEDNESDAY – “STEM & Exploration Day”
Group A (5–7)
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Simple science experiments (safe, hands-on)
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Lego engineering
Group B (8–11)
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Coding games (Scratch)
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Build-a-bridge challenge
Group C (12–14)
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Robotics intro
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Unity beginner game development
Group D (15–17)
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Drone photography / tech leadership
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Creating mini STEM tutorials
THURSDAY – “Life Skills & Wellness Day”
Group A (5–7)
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Healthy habits games
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“What to do when I feel upset” activity
Group B (8–11)
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Intro to cooking (no-heat lessons)
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Teamwork challenges
Group C (12–14)
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Financial literacy basics
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Mental wellness discussion (“Teen Talk”)
Group D (15–17)
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Workforce readiness
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Event planning for Friday showcases
FRIDAY – “Community & Culture Day”
Group A (5–7)
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Cultural story time
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Kindness project (cards for seniors)
Group B (8–11)
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World geography games
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Community kindness activity
Group C (12–14)
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Cultural cooking demos
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Short film creation (on mobile)
Group D (15–17)
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Organizing the weekly showcase
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Junior volunteer service
Program Goals
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Provide safe, supportive afterschool enrichment for youth ages 5–17.
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Increase access to daily, nutritious meals through USDA programs.
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Build creativity, confidence, and academic engagement.
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Strengthen emotional health and social skills.
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Reduce food insecurity and support working families.