Glenwood Community Center

Free community center serving ages 5-18 in Flatbush, Brooklyn.

Quick Info

📍 Location

5816 Farragut Road
Brooklyn, NY 11234

💰 Cost

Free - Funded by DYCD

👥 Ages

5-18 years (K-12)

🏢 Provider

The Flatbush Development Corporation

About This Program

FDC at Glenwood Cornerstone programs bridge daytime learning with the after-school environment, working with staff, parents, students, school and community partners to ensure youth access opportunity and realize their dreams. Programs encourage positive interactions between educators and students in a safe and nurturing environment.

Program Type: Cornerstone

Program Focus

Comprehensive youth development for all ages:

• After-School Programming - Academic support and enrichment for K-12
• Middle School Programs - Age-appropriate activities for tweens
• Teen Programming - Leadership and career readiness
• Recreational & Social Activities - Sports, arts, and community building
• Educational Support - Homework help and tutoring
• Summer Programs - Year-round engagement opportunities
• Workforce Readiness - Job skills training for older youth

Getting Started

1. Contact the Program

   • Visit: www.fdconline.org
   • Phone: +1 718-859-3800
   • Location: 5816 Farragut Road, Brooklyn, NY 11234

2. Enrollment

   • Open to youth ages 5-18 in the community
   • Programs run year-round including summer

3. Participate

   • Engage in age-appropriate activities
   • Access opportunities to realize your dreams

About Flatbush Development Corporation

FDC has served the Flatbush community for 50 years, making a difference through partnerships, programs, and campaigns that promote enhanced quality of life, safety, equity, and community preservation. FDC serves over 1,000 children annually through free after-school and summer programs, supports hundreds of small businesses, and provides critical housing advocacy and tenant support services.

Location

Flatbush, Brooklyn

The Glenwood Community Center is located in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, a diverse and vibrant community known for its strong family values and cultural richness.

FDC Programs

Flatbush Development Corporation offers comprehensive services:

• Youth Programs - After-school and summer programs for 1,000+ children
• Small Business Support - Economic development and business services
• Housing & Advocacy - Tenant support and eviction prevention
• Flatbush Tenant Coalition - Building tenant power across the community
• Community Development - Events, arts programs, and civic engagement

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Program information last updated: November 25, 2025
This is a DYCD-funded Cornerstone program serving youth K-12.