Hazleton Integration Project

The Hazleton Integration Project is a community-based effort that seeks to unite the people of many different cultures who call Hazleton home. Through early childhood development and community outreach, we hope to spread the idea that diversity and acceptance can and should be taught to both current and future generations. The project's main focus is the operation of a high-quality community center that serves economically underserved children and families. The facility hosts a variety of educational, athletic, and cultural activities at little or no cost to participants while fostering trust and respect among all of the region's ethnic cultures. The center features Spanish and English classes, citizenship classes, cultural discussions, and a full slate of sports programs. Among the most noteworthy programs offered at the center are the area's first fully bilingual pre-k program and the highly regarded After School Scholars program with enrollment of 80+ students from kindergarten through grade 8. HIP also operates the highly regarded Spectacular Summers camp program with 100 children in attendance.