Josh Kraft Mattapan Teen Center
Mattapan, MA 02126
Helping Young People Build Strong Character and Realize Their Full Potential as Responsible Citizens and Leaders
Academic Success
- Prioritizing academics from homework help to college applications
- Expanding horizons with programs in STEM, book clubs, and the arts
- Reinforcing and enhancing the skills young people learn in school
Workforce Readiness
- Equipping teens with valuable skills for success to enter the workforce
- Creating pipelines within the business community to connect youth
- Educating employers about talent they might not typically consider
Health and Wellness
- Developing healthy physical, social, and emotional habits
- Providing programs to learn about cooking, wellness, and hygiene
- Encouraging participation in sports and fitness programming
Club Amenities
- The Living Room (Teen lounge area)
- Mattapan Records (Production, Recording, Performing)
- eSports Room
- Knowledge Lab (Education Room)
- The Foundation Room (Fitness, Leadership)
- Outdoor Patio
- Mattapan Square Café (Teen Friendly Kitchen)
Take a look at our space!
At the Josh Kraft Mattapan Teen Center, members find a space to connect, grow, and build confidence. This video highlights how young people discover their passions, from making music in the studio to working as a teen associate, all while forming lasting relationships with peers and staff who offer support and encouragement.
Who We Serve
Recent Photos of the Club in Action
Cisco F.’s Journey to Transform Mental Health in the Black Community
Upcoming Events
Deatrich Wise Annual Block Party
Get ready for the biggest community celebration of the year! The Josh Kraft Mattapan Teen Center’s Deatrich Wise Annual Block Party is back for its 6th year, and it’s set to be more electrifying than ever! This free community event includes haircuts and braids for youth, food trucks, face painting, photo booths, health services and information provided by Boston Medical Center and the Kraft Community Center van and a large Farmer’s Market filled with fresh produce. There will be music and live performances throughout the day too!
Your Time and Talent
Can Change Lives
Frequently Asked Questions
After-school: Ages 13-18, Mon-Fri 1-8 p.m. Vacation days: Ages 13-18, Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Early pick-up: Parents must visit the front desk. Members must be picked up or leave the building promptly by 8 p.m., with late pick-up fees applicable after hours.
The Club offers snacks or small healthy meals at the JKMTC Fuel Zone, and breakfast/lunch during vacation days.
Phones are allowed but usage is restricted to certain times. Taking pictures or posting on social media is prohibited without permission.
Closures are announced on TV news stations, and families will be notified through the One Call system.
The Club has a zero-tolerance policy for bullying, fighting, and inappropriate behavior, with progressive discipline including suspension or expulsion.
Members should dress appropriately, avoiding clothing with references to drugs, sex, or violence, and no sagging pants or half-shirts.
Safety is a priority, with security cameras, background checks for staff, and supervision to ensure a safe environment.
Yes, events like the Annual Deatrich Wise Block Party, Thanksgiving Dinner, and parent workshops are offered throughout the year.
Lost items are kept in the lobby/youth lounge until the end of the month, after which they are donated to charity.
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