Empowering children in the Linden community through education, innovation, and support.

Now Registering for Summer!

Now Registering for Summer!

Summer Starts Here!

Summer fun starts here! Registration is now open for The Hardy Center’s 2025 Summer Program. Spots fill quickly—sign up today and give your child a season of learning, creativity, and adventure!

At The Hardy Center, we believe success starts with vision, purpose, and action. Our culture is built on setting clear goals, creating a path to achieve them, and executing with excellence—not just for our team, but for the students we serve.

Our Focus

From an early age, we introduce students to career pathways that shape our economy, from skilled trades to technical and analytical fields. By connecting aspirations with real-world opportunities, we give students more than just ideas—we provide a roadmap for success. Through clarity, preparation, and execution, we empower young minds to think critically, set meaningful goals, and take action toward a bright future.

At The Hardy Center, we blend tradition with innovation to offer a holistic range of programs that empower children, foster creativity, and support academic success, ensuring every child has the tools they need to thrive.

Ensuring Every Child has the Tools to Succeed

Afterschool Program 

We offer a comprehensive afterschool program that fosters academic success, personal growth, and overall well-being. Our program, running November through April, provides students in grades K-8 with homework assistance, personalized tutoring from retired teachers and college mentors, life skills coaching, and access to digital learning tools aligned with Ohio's curriculum.  

Understanding the importance of proper nutrition, we also offer homemade, healthy meals daily to ensure students are well-fed and ready to thrive.

Enrollment is now open for sessions held Monday through Friday, from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, at The Hardy Center in Linden.

Summer Program 

The Hardy Center’s 10-week Summer Program provides a full-day, safe, and enriching environment for children in the Linden community. Running weekdays from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, the program blends academics with creativity, physical activity, and personal growth to keep students learning and thriving all summer long.

Through our food program, we ensure every child receives nutritious meals daily, supporting both health and focus.

In addition to academic support, our program features:

  • Social-emotional learning to build confidence, empathy, and self-awareness

  • A dedicated anti-drug initiative that promotes healthy choices and peer leadership

And the learning doesn’t stop there! Students dive into a wide range of enrichment experiences, including:

  • Arts & Crafts and Performing Arts

  • LEGO™ Learning, Chess, and Industrial Arts

  • Fencing, Unicycling, Martial Arts, and Swimming

  • Gardening, nutrition education, and so much more!

Our Impact at a Glance

1400+

Students Tutored

1 million+

Meals Served

90%

Students at or above grade level

  • [My children] are doing better in class, especially in problem-solving. Their grades have improved, and I appreciate The Hardy Center’s dedication. Keep up the great work!

    - A Hardy Kid Parent

  • [My student's] behavior has improved tremendously! He now takes responsibility for his actions and completes his homework without struggle. The Hardy Center is a welcoming and loving place. I feel so much warmth when I walk in. It’s truly a great place!

    - A Hardy Kid Parent

  • Watching students grasp new concepts and grow is so rewarding. Teaching long division and seeing that ‘aha’ moment was a highlight. This program has shown me the value of being a role model and helping younger generations succeed.

    - Jack Slivken, Tutor

  • Building relationships with students and seeing their confidence grow has been the most rewarding part of my experience. One student initially refused to talk to me but, with patience and persistence, we built trust. Now, she gives me a hug before leaving. The Hardy Center has strengthened my patience and passion for teaching.

    - Ava Knous, Tutor

Sponsor a Hardy Kid

Together, we’re building brighter futures—one student, one meal, one success story at a time. Be the reason a child in Linden gets the support they need to dream bigger and achieve more.

Every gift to The Hardy Center helps unlock a brighter future for children in underserved communities. Your support provides nutritious meals, personalized tutoring, and safe, enriching spaces where students can learn, grow, and thrive. When you invest in our programs, you empower the next generation with the tools to break the cycle of poverty and reach their full potential.

Stay Connected, Make an Impact!

Our newsletter shares real stories of growth from right here in Linden—highlighting the children we serve, the families we walk alongside, and the programs making a difference every day. You’ll get updates on after-school and summer opportunities, family resources, community events, and ways our supporters are helping build a brighter future for every child. Whether you’re a parent, neighbor, volunteer, or donor—this is your inside look at the impact we’re creating together.