Academic Services
- Homework help
- Tutoring support
- Academic enrichment
- Learning assistance
- School support
Bushwick/Hylan Community Center
Free Cornerstone program at Bushwick-Hylan through Grand Street Settlement offering academic and recreational childcare services, life skills, and civic engagement for ages 5-18.
Grand Street Settlement at Bushwick-Hylan Cornerstone Community Center provides comprehensive programming for families seeking academic and recreational childcare services, plus a safe space for adolescents to participate in life skills and civic engagement activities. The center serves youth ages 5-18 with comprehensive support services.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 50 Humboldt Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206 |
| Borough | Brooklyn (Bushwick) |
| Provider | Grand Street Settlement, Inc. |
| Program Type | Cornerstone |
| Website | grandstreet.org |
| Cost | Free |
| Ages Served | 5-18 years old |
Recreational Programs
- Childcare services
- Recreation activities
- Sports programs
- Games and play
- Physical activities
Life Skills
- Life skills training
- Personal development
- Decision-making
- Goal setting
- Skill building
Civic Engagement
- Community involvement
- Civic awareness
- Social responsibility
- Leadership development
- Youth voice
Bushwick-Hylan Community Center participants engage in:
- Academic Support: Comprehensive homework help and tutoring services
- Recreational Childcare: Safe, supervised activities for younger children
- Adolescent Programming: Safe space specifically designed for teen engagement
- Life Skills Training: Activities that build practical skills for daily living and future success
- Civic Engagement: Programs that develop awareness and participation in community
- Safe Environment: Welcoming space where all youth feel secure and valued
- Community Connection: Programming rooted in Bushwick neighborhood
- Age-Appropriate Services: Programs for both children (5-12) and adolescents (13-18)
Grand Street Settlement has served Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn since 1916, providing youth development, family services, arts programs, and community support. Grand Street operates multiple Cornerstone community centers creating neighborhood hubs for comprehensive services. Their Bushwick-Hylan location serves one of Brooklyn’s most diverse neighborhoods with programming emphasizing academic achievement, recreation, life skills, and civic participation.
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Visit the Center Come to Bushwick-Hylan Community Center at 50 Humboldt Street to learn about programs.
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Contact Leadership Reach out to center leadership through grandstreet.org for enrollment information.
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Complete Application Fill out the Cornerstone program registration form appropriate for your child’s age.
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Submit Documents Provide required documentation including proof of age, address, and emergency contacts.
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Begin Participation Start enjoying academic support, recreational activities, life skills, and civic engagement programs!
- Completed application form
- Birth certificate or proof of age
- Proof of address
- Emergency contact information
- Medical information/allergies
- Parent/guardian identification
- School information (if applicable)
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Last updated: November 25, 2025
Program details subject to change. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current offerings, schedules, and availability.