Woodburn Programs
Dear Families, Volunteers, and Community Partners,
We want to share an important update regarding our Woodburn programming and do so with the care and thoughtfulness this community deserves.
After many conversations and careful consideration alongside our partners at the City of Woodburn, Boys & Girls Club of Salem, Marion and Polk Counties will be transitioning our Woodburn branch from a physical clubhouse model to a Community Impact Program. As part of this transition, our afterschool teen program will conclude at the end of the 2025–2026 school year, June 3rd being the last day of club hours.
The Woodburn Teen Center has been a place where young people built connections, found support, and experienced opportunities for growth. We are deeply grateful to the teens, families, volunteers, staff, and community partners who have helped make this program meaningful over the years.
This decision was not made lightly. Together with the City of Woodburn, we carefully evaluated how we can best serve local youth moving forward and ensure that resources are aligned with the areas of greatest impact and sustainability for the future.
While the physical teen center model is changing, our commitment to Woodburn youth remains strong. Through our Community Impact Program, we will continue investing in services that support young people in meaningful ways, including the continued growth of Teen Court.
We are thankful for our longstanding partnership with the City of Woodburn and for the shared dedication to supporting youth and families in this community. We remain optimistic about the future and committed to continuing our work in Woodburn in ways that are responsive, collaborative, and impactful.
We understand you may have questions, and our team is here to help. Please feel free to reach out at any time:
- Yaniva Garcia, Woodburn Service Director: ygarcia@bgc-salem.org
- Makenzie Winsor, Teen Court Coordinator: mwinsor@bgc-salem.org
- Robbin Kerner, Chief Development Officer/VP: rkerner@bgc-salem.org
- Erin Oliver, Chief Executive Officer: eoliver@bgc-salem.org
Thank you for being an important part of the Woodburn Teen Center community and for the care and commitment you have shown to local youth.
Sincerely,
Erin Oliver
Chief Executive Officer
OPEN MON-FRI
Teen Center Closed After June 3, 2026
SETTLEMIER PARK
SCHOOL DAYS: 3PM - 7PM
Grades 6-12
The Woodburn Teen Center is a welcoming space designed with teens in mind—a place to relax, be yourself, and connect with friends in a fun and supportive environment. Whether you’re into art, want to dive into hands-on STEM projects, love cooking up something new in the kitchen, or just want to stay active with sports and recreation, this is the place to be. You’ll find opportunities to try new things, build skills, and challenge yourself in ways that feel exciting—not like school. Plus, there’s always something going on, so you’ll never be bored. Come see what the hype is about!
