Harlem Community Center and YMCA of Rock River Valley merged in October 2026. The building at 900 Roosevelt Road is now Field House YMCA. The merger builds on a management partnership that began in February 2026 and brings together two organizations with a shared commitment to strengthening families and creating opportunities for people of all ages. The transition preserves HCC’s nearly 70-year history while providing additional resources, expanded services, and a stronger foundation for long-term sustainability.

“Harlem Community Center has been part of this community since 1957, and its legacy means a great deal to generations of families,” said Jason Blume, board chair of Harlem Community Center. “We knew that to continue meeting the growing needs of our community, we needed a strong partner. We found that partner in the YMCA of Rock River Valley. The heart of Harlem Community Center is not going away. Our programs, relationships, and legacy will continue, now with an even stronger foundation for the future.”

Office hours are Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Our staff can be reached at (815) 633-5817

Hand-N-Hand Child Care Center can be reached at (815)-633-7440
Heart of the Parks Early Learning Center can be reached at (815) 633-5818

Promoting a strong community through a range of programs which support the educational, social, and recreational needs of families and individuals.

Programs include but are not limited to:

T-Ball
Softball
Baseball
Youth/Adult Basketball
Cheerleading
Child Care (infant through pre-k)
Before/After School Care
Summer Camp

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