"Help a Child, Change a Life"

We believe that education is the most empowering force in the world.

Our "Help a Child, Change a Life" program aims to close the achievement gap for a very targeted but surprisingly large number of Pelham students. It empowers students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and self-confidence to open doors of opportunity that might otherwise be closed.  

Working closely with Pelham Schools, we provide need-worthy students with learning support, skill enrichment experiences, and social support services to help them reach their full potential.

We consistently receive excellent reviews from school administrators, principals, teachers, and counselors for making a substantive difference.

Here are just some of the specific ways we help:  

Elementary School Tutoring Grades 3-5

  • Skill building and improved grades

Musical Instrument Rentals

  • Grades 6-12

Middle School and High School After School Tutoring

  • Access to learning tools and computers

  • Improved Grades; Honor Roll and High Honor Roll

  • Improved Self-confidence

High School and College Preparation - We pay for:

  • SAT/ACT tutoring

  • Advanced Placement Exam costs

  • Online college courses to earn credit

  • College visitations

  • College application fees

To learn more about the “Help a Child, Change a Life” initiative, please contact Stan Trocchia, Committee Chairman, by email at stantrocchia@pelhamcivics.org.

To donate directly to the program, please follow the link below and include a note in “Additional Information” area at checkout.