Why Support PYEC?

Proven Local Impact

  • Since 2014, hundreds of area youth have participated in after-school programs in homework support, life-skills workshops, nutritious meals, peer mentoring, and creative activities.
  • Celebrated for inclusivity, PYEC creates a culture where every young person feels safe, respected, and valued.

Empowering Youth Leadership

Young people take ownership and help shape the space, mentoring peers, and organizing community-centered events that foster belonging and resilience.

Strengthening Community Bonds

Supported by volunteers, families, and local partners, PYEC connects youth to mentorship, resources, and pathways to success – including college or careers.
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Easy Ways to Give

Check

Make checks payable to:

Patagonia Youth Enrichment Center

Mail to:
PYEC
PO Box 843
Patagonia, AZ 85624

PayPal/Credit Card

The Patagonia Youth Enrichment Center is a qualifying charitable organization for Arizona’s tax.

Credit for Donations made to Qualifying Charitable Organizations

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What Your Donations Pay For

  • Homework support
  • Gardening
  • Sense of community and family
  • Inclusion
  • Nutritious snacks and dinners, nightly
  • Cooking and baking in commercial kitchen
  • Life skills workshops
  • Board and Card games
  • Ping-pong, foosball, pool tables
  • Mental Health support
  • Suicide prevention and awareness
  • Substance Abuse awareness
  • Peer mentoring
  • Leadership activities
  • Movie Nights
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Special events
  • Ice Cream socials
  • Collaboration with other youth groups
  • Youth conference
  • Fundraising events
  • Service to the community
  • Scholarships
  • Resource room with quality supplies
  • Friends and laughter
  • and more!
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Hear From Our Community

Before I found PYEC, I didn’t have anywhere to go after school. Now I have friends, people who listen, and a place where I feel safe being myself.

Maya

PYEC has been life-changing for my daughter. Her confidence has soared, and she’s more engaged in school and in life. I’m so grateful this center exists in our little town.
Elena

I give to PYEC because it’s real, local impact. You can see exactly how your money supports these amazing kids!

David

(Monthly Donor)

I didn’t think I was smart until I started getting help with my homework at PYEC. They helped me pass math (and now I actually like it!)
Jalen

Some days I skip lunch at school. But I know I’ll always get a good meal here… and someone to ask how I’m doing.
Marisol

PYEC showed me I can make a difference. Now I’m mentoring younger kids and helping with planning events. It feels good to give back.
Leo

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Join Us in Investing in Our Future

Your contribution fuels vital youth programming—from academic support to arts, leadership training, and meaningful community service. Together, we build a strong future, one young person at a time.

For assistance or questions about giving options:
Contact Anna Coleman at (520) 343‑2356 or coleman272@msn.com