Children of New Image Youth Center at Dezerland

The Rotary Club of Lake Buena Vista hosted a community event for the children of New Image Youth Center at Dezerland, pairing recreation with community support. Volunteers and members joined NIYC participants for an afternoon featuring bowling, arcade games, and shared meals. To end the gathering, each attending child was presented with a personalized gift bag containing cozy pajamas and blankets. The afternoon brought laugher, smiles, and feelings of gratitude from both kids and Rotarians alike.

About New Image Youth Center
Founded in 2004 by Dr. Shanta Barton-Stubbs in Orlando’s Parramore neighborhood, New Image Youth Center (NIYC) serves as a safe haven dedicated to fostering academic, social, physical, and mental well-being for local youth. Built around core pillars including academic achievement, health and wellness, social development, crisis intervention, and social justice, NIYC delivers comprehensive after-school and summer programming. Among its specialized services, the center provides on-site licensed mental health counseling, tutoring, male mentorship, and ongoing support for young adults through post-secondary education and career entry.