About:
Founded in 1999, StreetSquash is an after-school youth enrichment program that combines academic tutoring and support with squash instruction, college access and success programming, leadership development, community service and one-on-one mentoring.
Mission
StreetSquash's mission is to provide consistent, long-term and reliable support to the children, families and schools in Harlem.
Serving
Children & Youth
Affiliate Since
2014

Our Partnership

Mobilizing Volunteers
Our volunteers connect the dots for teachers and students by working on weekly homework and current curriculum to help at-risk youth meet academic goals throughout the year.
Creativity From Our Volunteers
Squash lovers and studious types alike serve with StreetSquash and are making a difference in the lives of youth through their involvement.
Why We Love This Affiliate
We love StreetSquash because it's unique and encourages healthy habits both athletic and academic.

I'm extremely grateful to StreetSquash for not only giving me a new dream, but for giving me a dream. Now that I'm actually in this program, I have something to look forward to, something that I want.

Tariq, Student

Mentions

May is a special month for most students, with the school year coming to a close and prom and/or graduation on the horizon. But, this year, COVID-19 has impacted how youth engage with their classes, studies, friends, and important milestones. So we’re focusing on some encouraging updates from a few affiliates that

Here at Hope for New York, we are passionate about pairing volunteers with nonprofits throughout the city. Although there are countless volunteer activities to participate in, we wanted to highlight six unusual opportunities that might surprise you!