El empoderamiento es
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.Mejorar la calidad de vida de jóvenes y adultos de todas las edades en las Midlands

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25,000 individuals served

by BLEC each year

125 families served per month

Sobre nosotras

Un centro de apoyo comunitario

En el centro de nuestra misión, nos esforzamos por mejorar la calidad de vida de los miembros de la comunidad de todas las edades y orígenes. Brindamos un ambiente seguro y acogedor donde jóvenes, adultos y personas mayores pueden participar en actividades físicas y culturales que promueven la salud y el bienestar. Estamos dedicados a preservar la importancia histórica de nuestro Centro, estableciéndolo como un faro de orgullo cívico y un centro de apoyo comunitario.

+ youth and teens participating in community activities each year

healthy meals served to children and senior citizens per year

in farmers' market vouchers distributed to eligible senior citizens per year

+ senior citizens completed AARP Technology classes per year

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Por qué su apoyo es importante

Invierta en la transformación de la comunidad

To engage and serve people of all ages and backgrounds while promoting advancements in health, education, economic empowerment, and improving the lives of residents in Lexington and Richland counties and neighboring communities throughout the Midlands of South Carolina.

The Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center (BLEC) was established in 2008 when the Brookland Center for Community Economic Change (BCCEC) acquired a former school to establish a community service center.

Our location in West Columbia is in an economic development zone eligible for special economic incentives for businesses and to encourage growth. Plans and programs for the building are being designed to specifically target low-to-moderate-income people for our services.

21st Century COLA

A program offering after-school and summer camp opportunities for youth.

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AARP Digital Skills Ready @50

For adults over 50 to master digital tools and enhance their connectivity in today's world.

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Community Food Table

A fresh, accessible food distribution program to support health and well-being.

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Diabetes Intervention

Offering expert-led guidance on managing diabetes through nutrition, activity, and stress reduction.

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Farmers Market & Local Food Promotion

Empowering community health with local, sustainably-grown foods and agricultural education.

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Helping Families

Comprehensive support services for housing, education, and financial empowerment.

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Mental Health First Aid Training Initiative

Supporting mental wellness and crisis intervention in our community.

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WE CARE 2: Clothing and More Bank

Providing essential clothing and resources to families.

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Nuestras Programas

Llevando luz a cada comunidad

Explore nuestros diversos programas y eventos diseñados para inspirar y elevar a cada miembro de nuestra comunidad.

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More than 250 volunteers are actively involved in running our programs and extending our reach in the community each year.

Support with a Donation

The success of our programs and services depend upon outside funding in the form of grants, donations, and major gifts.

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