About Us.
Carver Community Center, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the Kokomo community by providing educational, recreational, and cultural programs for youth and adults. Since its founding, Carver has been a hub for learning, sports, and the arts, creating a safe space where people of all ages can connect, grow, and thrive.
Through programs like tutoring, basketball, boxing, art, music, pickleball, and community events, Carver continues to empower individuals and strengthen families. Our mission is to honor our legacy while evolving to meet the needs of today’s community, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to learn, play, and succeed.
Carver Community Center History
​Carver Community Center was founded in 1947 in response to the lack of recreational facilities for African-American youth in Howard County. Named after the renowned scientist and educator George Washington Carver, the center quickly became a pillar of support, education, and cultural enrichment for the entire Kokomo community.
Over the decades, Carver has expanded to serve thousands of youth and adults of all races and backgrounds, offering programs in education, athletics, music, and wellness. While times have changed, our commitment to uplifting and empowering the community remains the same.
Today, Carver Community Center stands as a beacon of opportunity, fostering growth, leadership, and togetherness for generations to come.
Our Mission
Carver Community Center is committed to empowering individuals, strengthening families, and building a thriving community through education, recreation, and the arts. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where people of all ages can learn, grow, and connect.
By providing quality programs in academics, athletics, and cultural enrichment, we honor our legacy while adapting to meet the evolving needs of our community. Our mission is to inspire personal growth, foster leadership, and promote lifelong success for generations to come.
