Staten Island Family Center

Reach Out and Touch Family Center, located in Staten Island, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening families and communities through education, enrichment, and empowerment. Since 1995, the center has provided essential programs that address the social, emotional, mental, and educational needs of individuals of all ages. Its mission is rooted in improving the quality of life for families by offering constructive alternatives to incarceration, promoting violence prevention, and fostering personal growth through community-based initiatives.

Among its many services, the Family Center offers programs focused on anger management and emotional wellness, helping participants develop healthy coping skills, improve communication, and reduce conflict in their lives. These efforts align with the organization’s broader commitment to building safer, more resilient communities. Additional offerings include literacy and cultural enrichment programs, performing arts and music education for youth, and athletic activities that promote teamwork and leadership.

Beyond direct services, Reach Out and Touch Family Center actively engages the community through events that promote unity and remembrance, such as the “Honoring Our Heroes” basketball tournament and the “Bridge Over Troubled Waters” games. The organization also supports local families through ongoing food pantry and clothing drives, as well as annual back-to-school supply giveaways. Through its outreach, partnerships, and compassionate programs, Reach Out and Touch Family Center continues to serve as a cornerstone for empowerment, healing, and positive change in Staten Island.