Give a Child a Chance Today

Local students face growing academic and emotional challenges—our tutoring, mentoring, and expanded learning programs

give them the support and opportunity they need to thrive.

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Teach Students Served

Before & Afterschool Students Served

Before High School Students Served

Teach Program

Our TEACH Program pairs students earning below-average grades with dedicated volunteer mentors who are ready to help them grow. Through weekly one-on-one sessions, students receive personalized academic support in reading, math, homework, and study skills—along with encouragement from a trusted adult who believes in them.

This program strengthens confidence, builds essential skills, and creates a positive learning experience where students don’t just improve—they thrive.

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Health Education

Since 2007, GECAC has made health education a core part of all three Afterschool Program sites at River Islands Academies. Each week, students learn about nutrition, fitness, and healthy habits through fun, hands-on activities that build lifelong wellness skills.

By integrating health education into daily programming, we help students stay active, make positive choices, and develop healthy routines that support their success in and out of the classroom.

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Before & Afterschool Program

GECAC’s Before & Afterschool Program provides elementary students with a safe, structured, fun environment to learn and grow beyond the regular school day. In partnership with River Islands Academies and the Manteca Unified School District, we lead expanded learning efforts across the South San Joaquin Valley through high-quality morning and afternoon programming.

Our programs strengthen students academically, socially, and physically through a balanced blend of homework support, hands-on enrichment, physical activity, and social-emotional learning. These inclusive, nurturing environments help students build confidence, explore new interests, and develop skills that support long-term success.

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Before High School Program

The Before High School Program provides high school students with a safe, structured, and enriching environment to begin their day. Offered across multiple school sites, the program supports academic success, emotional well-being, and leadership development.

Students receive daily tutoring, homework help, and participate in study sessions led by peers. A strong focus on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) encourages mindfulness, resilience, and positive peer relationships through weekly discussions and mini-lessons.

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Service Challenge Scholarships

Give Every Child A Chance offers annual Service Challenge Scholarships to support local high school students pursuing their educational goals. Each year, scholarship applications open through GECAC, giving students the opportunity to be recognized for their dedication, service, and academic effort as they prepare for their future.

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Mission Statement

We believe every child should be given a chance to be successful. We further believe that community volunteers; working as academic mentors and tutors, together with the school districts will provide assistance to children struggling in school the opportunity to improve academically and become successful lifelong learners. It is our mission to give every child a chance!

Volunteer Statement

A student that is challenged in school will be challenged in life. By volunteering to mentor/tutor a child to read, write, and learn you can discover your power with just one hour. Volunteer and change a life. Your Time – Their Future!

Vision Statement

Give Every Child A Chance will be recognized as a premier youth-serving organization that is dedicated to the growth and development of our young people. We are committed to delivering superior, responsive programs that are supported by dedicated volunteers, staff and our Board of Directors.