Mission statement - To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Our services - A safe, positive place for children grade 5 – 12 to participate in after school programs in our Five Core Program Areas

1. Character & Leadership Development: currently offering Torch Club leadership & service club for ages 11 to 13
2. Health & Life Skills: Healthy Habits to emphasize good nutrition regular physical activity and overall well-being for ages 6 to 15 and NetSmartz to teach Internet Safety for ages 6 to 18
3. The Arts: Music Makers encourages members age 6 to 18 to have fun exploring music, ImageMakers Photography encourages members age 6 to 18 to learn more about photography
4. Sports, Fitness & Recreation: Triple Play is a comprehensive health and wellness program for mind, body & soul for ages 6 to 18
5. Education & Career Development: Power Hour after school homework help with tutors available, Career Launch career exploration for ages 13 to 18 & Money Matters promotes financial responsibility and independence for ages 13 to 18

Executive Director: Vanessa Merhib

Phone: 605-668-9710

Fax: 605-664-0348

Email: vmerhib@greatfuturessd.org

Web Site: http://www.greatfuturessd.org/yankton


Hours of Operation at the Club: Tuesday – Thursday 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Friday & Saturday 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm


Hours of Operation for The Academy:

Before school at each of the five elementary schools 5:35 am – 8:30 am

After school from 3:15 – 6:00 pm

(Stewart, Beadle, Lincoln, Webster & Sacred Heart – St. Benedict’s site)

Office & Mailing Address:
1804 Broadway
Yankton, SD 57078