P.E.A.C.E. Community Center

I'm excited to share an update on the P.E.A.C.E. Initiative, an organization dedicated to providing charitable services through education, empowerment, and economics. The Initiative has already made a tremendous impact on our community, offering tutoring services, finance classes, technology training, medical services for low-income populations, and wellness programs like chair exercise classes.

To expand this vital work, the P.E.A.C.E. Initiative is building a new Community Center on 27 acres of property at the rear of 2345 Tyler Road in Ypsilanti, Michigan. This center will serve the families of West Willow and the surrounding Ypsilanti communities, allowing the organization to grow its reach and deepen its commitment to education, empowerment, and economic support.

The P.E.A.C.E. Community Center represents a significant step forward in bringing even more resources and opportunities to those who need them most. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this facility will have on our community.

Building Programming will include the following: 

The P.E.A.C.E. Community Center will offer holistic programs to improve the quality of life for residents in the following areas:

• Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
   Social clubs created by and for youth
   Promoting healthy living with an available nurse and exercise programs
• Academic Support
   Homework assistance clubs
   Tutors
   Read to achieve – (i.e., The Ascension Reading Program)
• School Participation
   We anticipate working alongside parents and schools to fill in gaps
   Encourage higher learning
• Safety
   Creating a safe environment where all are welcome
• Support for Working Families
   Before and After school programing
   Providing training for parents
• Nutrition and Physical Activity
   Having snacks available
   Teaching classes on nutrition value
   Home economics
   Sports clubs
• Work-Based Learning
   Life skills – budgeting and finances
   Trade skills and careers