Safe Haven Community Center

11/07/2025

Have you heard? These food banks are providing support for families in need and also taking donations.

09/10/2025

It’s time to take control of your finances! Free Money Smart for Adults classes start Oct. 7 and will meet Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. through Dec. 2 (no class 11/25) at the Safe Haven Community Center (101 Lincoln Ave., across from the Toppen*sh Pool). Those who attend will learn how to budget, set up a savings plan, manage credit cards, buy a house, and more—to including how to establish, maintain, and repair credit. All attendees will receive a free textbook as well as free incentive gifts such as budget books, calculators, gas cards, and more; those attending all eight sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion. Please call (509) 865-1804 to register ahead of time or simply show up at 5:15 p.m. on the first night of class.

09/10/2025

Are you ready to become a U.S. Citizen? Top benefits include the right to vote, freedom to travel, protection from deportation, and more! Free Citizenship classes to prepare immigrants for the Naturalization Interview and Naturalization Tests will take place 5:30 p.m. – 6:25 p.m. on Tue., Wed., and Thur. evenings from Sept. 23 to Dec 4 (no classes 11/11, 11/26, 11/27) at the Toppen*sh Learning Center (720 W. Third Ave, Toppen*sh). Those interested can simply show up to any class to register, obtain a free citizenship textbook, learn more about the naturalization process, participate in mock interviews, and more. Questions? Please call Safe Haven Community Center at (509) 865-1804.

09/10/2025

Learning English or improving your English language skills can help you get a better job, communicate better with your children’s teachers, pass the U.S. Citizenship interview, and more! Yakima Valley College’s English as a Second Language classes meet Tue., Wed., and Thur. nights (5:30 p.m. – 7:50 p.m.) at the Toppen*sh Learning Center starting Tues., Sept. 23. Classes run through Dec. 4 (no classes 11/11, 11/26, 11/27). Safe Haven Community Center will pay YVC’s $25 fee for students who register through SHCC and attend classes at least four nights! For more information on taking FREE ESL classes, please call Safe Haven Community Center at (509) 865-1804!

07/25/2025

See you all tonight!!!
NNO helps build relationships between neighbors and law enforcement and a true sense of community. Local law enforcement and community organizations will be there to share resources and build a stronger, and safer neighborhood with fun activities. Let's celebrate community spirit and public safety together!

03/31/2025

Register for Money Smart for Adults and learn how to make your money work for you! The class is free and provides financial information you will use every day as you learn about budgeting, credit, identity theft, homebuying, and more. The eight-week course will be held Thursday nights, 5:30pm–7:45pm, at the Safe Haven Community Center (SHCC) from April 10th-May 29th. All participants will receive a free textbook and those who finish the course will receive a Certificate of Completion. Register ahead of time or on-site the first night of class! For details, call (509) 865-1804 or swing by SHCC (101 W Lincoln, across from the Toppen*sh Pool). Note: This class also will be taught in Spanish on Tuesday nights, April 8th-May 27th.

03/28/2025

Learn English or improve your English language skills thru a partnership between Safe Haven Community Center (SHCC) and Yakima Valley College (YVC)! Classes are taught at the Toppen*sh Learning Center by YVC instructors, and SHCC will pay class fees for those who enroll through SHCC and attend four or more classes during the Spring Quarter, April 1st-June 5th. To learn more or start the process, swing by Safe Haven Community Center at 101 W Lincoln Ave (across from the Toppen*sh Pool) or call (509) 865-1804.

03/26/2025

Citizenship classes will take place Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday evenings, 5:30pm-6:25pm, from April 1st -June 5th at the Toppen*sh Learning Center, 720 W. 3rd Ave. Just show up to enroll and your instructor will provide a free textbook on your first night. Our class walks you through everything you need to know for your naturalization interview and testing—and mock interviews to help prepare you for the big day! Questions? Call Safe Haven Community Center at (509) 865-1804

01/20/2025

Join us this morning in celebrating the 15th Annual CSN Toppen*sh MLK Peace Walk! Participants will gather at 10:00am in the O'Reilly parking lot at 300 West 1st Avenue. The walk to the Toppen*sh Middle School begins at 10:30am, with a presentation to follow at 11:15am!

01/17/2025

Aprenda cómo enseñar a sus hijos a comportarse bien y tener éxito en la escuela mediante el programa en línea Los Niños Bien Educados. ¡Obtenga más información sobre el programa gratuito de 12 sesiones hoy mismo! https://ecs.page.link/YmLqM

01/16/2025

Don't forget that the Habitat for Humanity Community Orientation is happening tonight at Safe Haven! Join us at 5:30 for the English session or 6:30 for the Spanish session to learn more about the program!

Habitat for Humanity will be holding community orientation events in English and Spanish on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at the Safe Haven Community Center in Toppen*sh. The event is to help community members find information and how to apply for the housing program. Email or use the QR code on the flyer to RSVP.
Habitat for Humanity llevará a cabo eventos de orientación comunitaria en inglés y español el jueves 16 de enero de 2025 en el centro comunitario Safe Haven en Toppen*sh. El evento tiene como objetivo ayudar a los miembros de la comunidad a encontrar información y cómo solicitar el programa de vivienda. Encuentre más información y use el código QR en el folleto para confirmer su asistencia.

01/16/2025

Participe en Los Niños Bien Educados y aprenda cómo ayudar a sus hijos a que les vaya mejor en la escuela y en la vida. Obtenga más información sobre este curso en línea de 12 sesiones e inscríbase hoy mismo. https://ecs.page.link/YmLqM