June 4, 2026 Yesterday, community members, local leaders, and project partners gathered at the Alfond Municipal Pool Complex to celebrate an exciting milestone: the official ribbon cutting for the newly installed solar panels The event brought together representatives from the City of Waterville, Alfond Youth & Community Center, and the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce, along...
Read moreThe Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) is proud to announce the recipients for the 2026 Inspirational Hall of Fame, individuals whose leadership, generosity, volunteerism, and commitment to community continue to make a lasting impact throughout Central Maine. Each year, the AYCC Inspirational Hall of Fame recognizes outstanding individuals, organizations, and...
Read moreVolunteer Appreciation Luncheon & 2026 Paganucci Award Honorees Last week, we had the honor of gathering for one of our most meaningful events of the year, our Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon. The event was filled with gratitude, connection, and celebration as we recognized the incredible individuals who give their time, energy, and...
Read moreOver the past several months, teens at the AYCC and the South End Teen Center↗ have been part of something deeply meaningful. Project Soul Chains, a powerful initiative created in partnership with the Children’s Advocacy Center↗ . Guided by Maegan and the team at Silent No More↗, participants have explored the...
Read moreAt the heart of our mission at the AYCC is the belief that every child deserves access: access to opportunity, access to growth, access to confidence. This summer, thanks to a generous partnership with the Michael Phelps Foundation and the support of the IM Program, we were able to bring...
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