Ballard Center Director Kyle Roggenkamp grew up in poverty which has provided him an understanding of the importance of stability for families and individuals. The non profit’s mission is to assist people in need with early childhood education, a food pantry, a clothing closet and emergency assistance. The Ballard Center partners with a number of other service agencies for referral and assistance. Child education classes are small, teachers have trauma training and each student has a plan for success. Like many non profits the center faces financial challenges, like the unexpected loss of funding for AmeriCorps volunteers. Kyle reported over 9,000 people were served by the center last year. On Saturday October 11, 11:00 am-2:00 pm, the opening of a new pantry will be celebrated with food and music.
