Where Young People Take Root and Rise
We build community for teens through art-based after-school programming.
A Place to Belong. A Place to Grow.
Aspen Grove Community Center exists to ensure teens have a safe, welcoming space during the critical hours after school, where they are supported, encouraged, and valued for who they are. Our programming will begin this summer with our inaugural “Street Art Summer Camp”. This summer’s camp is the first step in a phased launch towards a permanent community center by 2027 — a year-round home offering after-school programming, mentorship, meals, college and career prep, and family support services.
Rooted in the heart of Boise, our programs will focus on personal growth, emotional well-being, and future readiness. We will meet young people where they are and walk alongside them as they build confidence, resilience, and a sense of purpose.
Supporting the Whole Person
Community Building
We will build strong, lasting connections between youth, families, caring mentors, local artists and other nonprofits through community nights, field trips, family events, volunteer opportunities and support groups.
Creative Expression
Our teens will work weekly with professional community artists, exploring painting, creative writing, graphic design, drawing, and pottery to express themselves creatively.
College & Career Readiness
We will help teens and young adults prepare for life after high school by building leadership and job-readiness skills, strengthening resumes and applications, and guiding them toward clear pathways to college, careers, and long-term financial independence.
Case Management Services
We believe teens thrive when their home environment is strong, so we will support the whole person and the whole family through dedicated case management services.
Community & Belonging
We create environments where young people feel accepted and respected — building friendships, trust, and a strong sense of community.
Individualized Support
Through case management and mentorship, participants receive guidance tailored to their unique challenges and goals.
College & Career Readiness
We help teens and young adults prepare for life beyond school by developing practical skills, confidence, and clear pathways forward.
Emotional Wellness
Our supportive counseling and wellness-focused programs help participants build resilience, emotional awareness, and healthy coping skills.
Inspired by Nature. Guided by Community.
Aspen groves are a powerful symbol of strength, resilience, collaboration and interconnectedness. Though each tree stands on its own, all are connected through a shared root system, sharing resources, nurturing new growth, and weathering hardship together. What affects one tree in the grove ultimately has rippling affects on the larger community.
Aspen Grove Community Center is built on this same belief: communities thrive when people are supported, connected, and cared for collectively. By fostering connection and stability, we help young people grow into confident individuals who contribute positively to their communities.
Get Involved
Be Part of the Grove
Aspen Grove thrives because of people who believe in the power of community. Whether you volunteer your time, provide our youth and staff with needed resources, or donate to help us build our larger vision of a safe third space for teens, your involvement helps create a safe place where our youth feel seen and supported
Our Home
Rooted in Boise, Idaho
Aspen Grove Community Center proudly serves the Boise Bench neighborhoods and surrounding areas. Our work is deeply rooted in supporting families and building the strong sense of community that define the Treasure Valley.
Make a Lasting Impact Today
When you give to Aspen Grove Community Center, you invest directly in the lives of teens who are looking for community and connection. Your generosity allows us to build a safe third space, to provide enriching experiences to the youth that we serve, and create a stronger Boise community.