welcome

From homework help to ping pong tournaments, from open mic nights to musical jam sessions, from relaxing to community service, something exciting is always happening at the Teen Hope Center.  Plus it’s where your friends are! Come in and check it out.

about us

The Teen Hope Center is an outreach of New Life Community Church, a non-denominational church serving Pulaski and the surrounding communities.
Core Values Caring Relationships - To facilitate healthy mentor relationships with adults and positive peer relationships.
Safe Place - To provide a facility that is safe, attractive, and enjoyable for youth to have fun and be encouraged.
Combining Resources - To partner with organizations in the community maximizing the impact of local efforts to create positive futures for young people.
God Honoring - To foster an environment that is pleasing to God.

The Teen Hope Center is a place:
AT - 127 S St. Augustine Pulaski, WI
TO EAT - Snacks, soda and subs & pizza from Figaros are available to purchase.
TO LEARN – Tutoring and quiet areas to study and do homework after school.
TO SERVE – We partner with volunteer based organizations and provide community service hours.
TO HANG OUT – Meet some friends, play video games, ping pong, air hockey or shoot some pool.

donate

In order to ensure that the Teen Hope Center continues to survive, we are dependent on community financial support to match our student fund-raising activities and grant appeals. Any contributions help finance the Teen Hope Centers activities and defray operating costs. The Teen Hope Center is an outreach of New Life Community Church which is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization, and all donations are tax-deductible.

Donations can be sent to:
Teen Hope Center
c/o New Life Community Church
P.O. Box 830
Pulaski, WI 54162

Or you can donate HERE online with your credit card or PayPal account using the button below

Wish List
The Teen Hope Center is always in need of new or used equipment to support our program, and donors may request a receipt for any contribution that helps meet those needs. Can you donate any of the following items?

Entertainment
· Wii system and games
· DVD player
· DVDs rated PG -13 or under
· Xbox system & games

Equipment
· New or slightly used computer with wireless card
· Digital video camera
· Air hockey controllers and pucks
· Ping pong balls and paddles
· Foosball balls

Furniture
· Tall tables
· Bar stools to go around tables (preferably with backs)

contact us

By Email
Rob and Kristi Piper,
Teen Hope Center Directors
robandkristipiper@pulaskinewlife.com

By Phone
Rob Piper (920) 621-0718
Kristi Piper (920) 621-0915
Teen Hope Center (920) 822-4673
New Life Community Church (920) 822-7117

By Mail
Teen Hope Center
c/o New Life Community Church
P.O. Box 830
Pulaski, WI 54162

volunteer

Calling All Volunteers
We have so many opportunities here at the Teen Hope Center and are always looking for help and new energy to keep our programs interesting and dynamic for our youth. Our volunteer possibilities are endless! You could come in to run a pool tournament, become a mentor or tutor, or help with fundraising and grant writing. We are also looking for individuals who have a special skill that they might want to use to run a group once a month for the kids!

We are always looking for new ideas, and any skills that you might have could make our programming that much more interesting! Could you run a dance or art class? Teach the kids how to do bike maintenance? Run a microwave cooking class? The possibilities are endless! We need your ideas and energy to the Teen Hope Center full of life and opportunity for our youth!

If you are interested in volunteering once a week, once a month, or even for one special event, please contact our Teen Hope Center Director, Kristi Piper at 621-0915 or email her at robandkristipiper@pulaskinewlife.com. We’ll give you information and set up an interview to get your volunteer experience on its way!

All our volunteers go through a comprehensive questionnaire, screening and background check process.

calendar

events

Drop-In
A key objective of the Teen Hope Center is simply to provide a place – a place that is safe, fun and welcoming. From 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Teen Hope Center is that place. Students can come and hang out in a supervised and relaxed environment, enjoy foosball tables, air hockey, pool table, video games or any activity the Teen Hope Center schedules throughout the year.

Activities may include
· One-on-one and group discussions
· Homework help
· Movie nights
· Game nights
· Open mic
· Battle of the Bands
· Periodic tournaments (ie, pool, ping pong, foosball, DDR)


Other events going on at the Teen Hope Center weekly
· Middle School Mondays – S.W.A.T.
· L.I.F.E Youth Group

facility rental

Rental Form

The Teen Hope Center (THC) may be rented for birthday parties, meetings, social events and other activities, provided such use does not conflict with THC’s internal programming and daily operations. All rentals shall be governed by the following Guidelines, which may be amended from time to time by the THC Directors and Adult Board.

1. Applications: Rentals shall be made on the rental application form and shall be approved or denied by the Director based on these Guidelines. If approved, the individual or organization will receive a copy of the approved application as written confirmation of the rental. It is suggested that a rental be made at least four weeks before the desired date.

2. Scheduling: THC reserves the right to refuse rentals that may conflict with teen-related activities and programs. In addition, THC facilities may not be rented during its regular hours of operation.

3. Responsible Party: The name which appears on the rental application as the “Renter” assumes the responsibility for the rental of the THC facility and equipment. All payments, correspondence, insurance certificates, and communications regarding the use of the THC facility should be made by the Renter.

4. Fees: The entire rental fee is due before the day of the event.

5. Security Deposit: A $100 security deposit in the form of a separate check payable to “Teen Hope Center” is due at the time of application. The security deposit will be returned (less any deductions for extraordinary cleanup costs or damages) to the Renter within two weeks after the event. If damages to the facility exceed that of the security deposit, the additional cost will be billed to the Renter and payment is due within thirty days after receipt of invoice.

6. Cancellation Policy: If THC is closed due to emergencies or inclement weather, all Rentals and scheduled activities will be cancelled and reasonable attempts will be made to notify the Renter(s). THC will issue a full refund. It is the Renter’s responsibility to notify its guests of the cancelled event.

7. Refund Policy: If the Renter cancels the event with at least seven (7) days advance written notice to THC, the Rental Fee and Security Deposit shall be refunded. If the Renter cancels the event in less than seven (7) days written notice to THC, the Renter will receive the Rental fee minus the Security Deposit. Refunds will be returned to the Renter within two weeks after THC receives notice of cancellation.

8. A/V Equipment/Additional Equipment: Audio visual equipment will only be operated by authorized THC personnel. Additional THC equipment is available for an additional fee on all Rental applications. The following equipment is available without a charge: a microwave, a refrigerator, and chairs. Set up and take down is the Renter’s responsibility. THC reserves the right to limit or deny the use of any equipment owned by THC or brought in by the Renter.

9. Insurance Certificate: THC reserves the right to require an insurance certificate confirming the existence of insurance specifically naming “Teen Hope Center” as an additional insured party.

10. Supervision: The Renter is responsible for providing adequate supervision of guests during rental. All activities involving children and young adults must be supervised by responsible adults as follows: for pre school children up to age six, one adult chaperone for every five children; for children ages six through thirteen, one adult chaperone for every seven children; for children ages 14 through eighteen, one adult chaperone for every ten children.

11. Personnel Services: The Director will assign one (1) appropriate THC personnel to the rental. If additional personnel are requested by the Renters, THC staff is available for an additional fee through the Director.

12. Decorations: All decorations should be discussed and agreed upon with the Director in advance of the Rental. Decorations, signs, and posters must not be nailed, screwed, thumb-tacked or taped to any walls. All decorations, signs, posters, materials and equipment not belonging to the THC shall be removed by the Renter immediately after the scheduled activity.

13. Clean-up: The Renter shall be responsible for clean up after the Rental. All trash must be secured in plastic garbage bags and deposited in the refuse and recyclable bins located in the back of the building. The facility and equipment must be returned to the same location found, unless otherwise agreed in writing. At the conclusion of the party, the Renter and THC personnel will review the Teen Hope Center Renter’s Checklist to ensure that the facility is in the same condition as Renter found it prior to use.

14. Not Responsible for Renter’s Property: THC shall not be responsible for damage or theft of any of the Renter’s property or belongings brought to, or left behind at, THC.

15. Alcoholic Beverages/ Illegal Substances: The Renter acknowledges and agrees that it is the policy of THC that at no time shall alcoholic beverages or illegal substances of any kind be served or otherwise provided to anyone including their guests at THC. The Renter is responsible for insuring full compliance with this policy.

16. Parking: Parking is available in accordance with the Village of Pulaski parking regulations on the street. No parking is allowed in the driveway directly next to THC.