CYP Afterschool and Summer Programming
By
Cambridge Youth Programs (DHSP)
We offer safe and fun programs for pre-teens, middle schoolers, and teens to connect with peers, build leadership skills, and participate in sports, arts, and activities in an inclusive environment.
Sign-up Information
- Ages: 9 to Young Adult.
- Grades 4th grade through 12th grade.
- Cambridge residents only.
- Refreshments provided, Translation services available - Contact the organization for more details. and Wheelchair accessible.
Moses Youth Center school year only accepts grades 9 - 12th.
Gately, Frisoli, Moore, Russell Centers accept 4th - 8th graders (and evening teen programs).
Application required
- Sign-up is ongoing
The link to the after school application will be available at: www.cambridgema.gov/AfterschoolLottery.
The link to the summer camp application will be available at: www.cambridgema.gov/Services/summercampsandprograms
*Moses Youth Center is a teen-only program (there is no pre-teen program available).
The process for registering for teen programs and internships is available on site at any youth center.
- Families who apply outside the application phase will be automatically waitlisted and are not guaranteed a spot.
- Families can also access FAQs, multilingual resources, and information about transportation and tuition on this website.
- Step-by-step application instructions are also available at https://www.cambridgema.gov/-/media/Files/DHSP/Afterschool/2023/HowToApply.pdf (attached above).
Cost
See the DHSP Afterschool and Summer Camp Lottery pages for current rates.
- Financial Aid and/or Scholarship Available
- Sliding scale based on income
- Free for some residents
Location
- In-person only.
61 Willow St.
Cambridge, MA 02141
United States
70R Rindge Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140
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12 Gilmore St
Cambridge, MA 02139
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680 Huron Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
243 Harvard Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
United States
Dates and Times
This is an ongoing program.
- Gately, Frisoli, Moore, Russell Centers runs 2:00-6:00 PM (4th - 8th graders).
- Moses Teen programming runs 2:30-9:30 PM.
- All Centers provide teen (9-12th grades) from 6:30-9:30 PM
Additional information
Rising 4-8th graders enjoy a variety of fun activities, including sports and visual arts. They learn about healthy living and develop leadership skills, with a focus on connecting with peers and younger youth.
Teens have the option to participate in paid internships all year round.
Program continues to run during
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Last updated August 6, 2025.
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