Bayonne Youth Center
Where potential meets passion!
About Us
Welcome to The Bayonne Youth Center, Inc., a revered 501c3 non-profit organization with a rich legacy since 1945.
At The BYC, our focus is on empowering local youth through the development of practical life skills, integrating academic learning with the expressive realms of music and theatrical performance. Committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment, we aim to cultivate qualities such as dedication, discipline, and desire. Join us as we passionately guide and inspire our youth, instilling the confidence needed to pursue excellence in all endeavors.
At The BYC, our focus is on empowering local youth through the development of practical life skills, integrating academic learning with the expressive realms of music and theatrical performance. Committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment, we aim to cultivate qualities such as dedication, discipline, and desire. Join us as we passionately guide and inspire our youth, instilling the confidence needed to pursue excellence in all endeavors.
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County Prep Student Co-Founds Bayonne Youth Center Black History Celebration/Oratorical Competition
Desiree Okonkwo and Ms. Angelique Belle co-founded the Bayonne Youth Center Black History Oratorical Competition. Implemented in classrooms across the Bayonne school district, the initiative encourages students to celebrate and showcase their knowledge of Black history through speech and performance.
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The Bayonne Chamber of Commerce Talk About Angélique & Colette Jackson-Belle's Contribution
Angélique & Colette Jackson-Belle, fifth generation Bayonnites, are the daughters of real estate developers and community leaders, Chris & Sharon Belle and granddaughters of Maitland & Ann Jackson, and Lester Sr. & Shirley Doris Belle.
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Another Successful Money Trail
This Money Trail, tailored for an older age group, was a part of BEOF’s Financial Empowerment Pilot Program. A massive shoutout to the Bayonne Youth Center for allowing us to bring this engaging activity to life. Teamwork makes the dream work!
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Bayonne Arts Festival Set For Sunday October 22 At 16th Street Park
After being rained out on Saturday, October 14, the Bayonne Arts Festival is slated to bring the City alive with art, music, dancing, and more at G. Thomas DiDomenico 16th Street Park on Sunday, October 22.
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Assemblyman Sampson Second Annual Community Day In Bayonne
In 2023, Assemblyman Sampson partnered with the Bayonne Youth Center to host the event at their location at 524 Kennedy Boulevard.
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Officials, Advocates and Family Honor Legendary Bayonne Doctor, Community Advocate - Rededication of Dr. Morris Park Reflects on Years of Service of Extraordinary Leader
Community leaders gathered to rededicate a park to Bayonne Civil Rights leader Dr. Davis Morris, celebrating his life and his legacy. He helped to organize the Bayonne Youth Center in 1928.
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Mayor Jimmy Davis at the 17th Annual Luncheon
President Angelique Jackson-Belle invited the entire City Council to their 17th Annual Luncheon that honors the memory and spirit of Dr. King.
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Ahern Foundation, 10 people to be honored by Bayonne Youth Center
The Ahern Foundation, which hands out more than $5,000 in scholarships each year, and 10 people will be honored at the Bayonne Youth Center's 72nd annual awards dinner on Friday.
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Bayonne Youth Center honors 5 at Black History Luncheon
Five people were honored for the work in the community at the Bayonne Youth Center's 16th annual Black History Luncheon. The theme of the luncheon, which was held on Presidents Day, Feb. 20, at the Chandelier, was "Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr."
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Mentorship program in Bayonne pairs up police officers with city youth
A new mentorship program has paired up police officers with city youth for a yearlong schedule of activities that includes community service, field trips and educational lectures.
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"A Safe Haven for Teens and Adults"
"The Bayonne Youth Center, located at 524 Kennedy Blvd., is a positive, safe environment for youth and adults."
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Is your child curious about science, forensics, and solving mysteries? Our CSI STEAM Camp is an exciting 8-day program led by award-winning science teacher Ahmed Hassanein and JCPS Fine Arts teacher Gina Irizarry. The full program is now available for $150 per camper, while spots last. Register now!
📣Hey Bayonne! Registration is open for the BYC Tennis Clinic 🎾 with Highschool Head Coach Russotto limited spots are available. Hudson County students 8-14 yrs. old. Camp is 6 weeks long ending in a fun filled tournament. All skill levels are welcome. @ Stephen Greg Park lower level tennis courts. July 8- August 14th Camp will run from 9:00am to 12:00 pm each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at Hudson County Park Lower Tennis Courts. Camp begins at 9 (no earlier) and ends at 12 (no later).
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- 524 Kennedy Blvd, Bayonne, New Jersey 07002, USA
