RCA Priority
Youth and Education
Events, programs, and educational support that invest in Riverside Terrace's young people — because a neighborhood thrives when its kids have safe, engaging opportunities close to home.
Investing in our young people
RCA's 2024 goals include hosting four youth-oriented events in partnership with Friends of Riverside Park — supporting educational programs and creating opportunities for local youth.
A Riverside Civic Association 2024 goal, reinforced by neighbor feedback in the survey
Why It Matters
Safe Places to Play
Families want their children to enjoy the park and the neighborhood safely — free from the gunfire and disorder that weigh on parents today.
Programs for All Ages
Neighbors note there's little for older kids. Programming for a range of ages keeps young people engaged and connected.
Educational Opportunity
Supporting educational programs and initiatives helps local youth succeed academically and opens doors close to home.
Families & Belonging
Family-oriented events bring neighbors together, build belonging, and give the next generation a stake in Riverside Terrace.
A neighborhood thrives when its young people do. Safe places to play, programs for every age, and support for education give the next generation of Riverside Terrace a reason to stay connected — and give families one more reason to call this neighborhood home.
What Neighbors Are Saying
These are neighbors' own words from the 2024 RCA Neighborhood Survey, lightly edited for length and shared anonymously.
"Hearing gunshots is quite disturbing, especially with two young children."
"There's nothing for the older kids — the playground is geared for little ones under six."
"We'd love family-oriented programming and opportunities for neighbors to meet each other and get involved."
"Any improvement that helps the neighborhood children enjoy the park would be welcome."
What RCA Is Doing
- →Partnering with Friends of Riverside Park on youth-oriented events
- →Working toward four youth events as part of RCA's 2024 goals
- →Supporting educational programs and initiatives in the community
- →Advocating for safe park and play spaces for children of all ages
How Residents Can Help
- →Volunteer at youth and family events in the neighborhood
- →Suggest programs and activities you'd like to see for young people
- →Help connect youth with educational and mentorship opportunities
- →Support Friends of Riverside Park's programming
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