From Plant to Plate
It's been two and a half months since we broke ground at The Garden. . . and the fruits of our labor are mighty fine indeed! Since that...
How Turning the TIDE came to be
In 1994, Taylor Tabernacle began researching the development of a community technology center. With clear research confirming the community’s need for computer literacy, Taylor Tabernacle moved forward with its technology center. In 1998, Taylor Tabernacle initiated a construction effort to refurbish an under-utilized portion of their facility and build a modern technology center. In 1999, Taylor Tabernacle’s community technology center called the TIDE Center was launched as a pilot project. After a successful period of delivering free basic computer classes, the program was formalized in a more permanent state in 2001, with the incorporation of Turning the TIDE as an independent 501(C)(3).
Today, Turning the TIDE has shifted its focus away from technology alone and has widened its scope to meet the growing needs of its community members. While still operating the TIDE Center, Turning the TIDE also runs The Education Center, The Garden, The Launchpad Center, and the Young Leader's Council. These programs are linked together through their focus on equipping clients with the skills and resources necessary to improve their lives.
* The above mural is located in West Philadelphia and was created by Philadelphia-based artist, NDA.
Programs Delivered to Empower
TURNING THE TIDE's programs include:
THE TIDE CENTER
provides open access to computers and basic computer education courses
THE LEARNING CENTER
provides K-12 homework help and adult basic education courses
THE GARDEN
community-based urban garden where volunteers provide hands-on education to youth and adults about the basics of growing fruits and vegetables
THE LAUNCHPAD CENTER
provides college admission and college readiness guidance to high-school students
YOUNG LEADERS COUNCIL
team of talented, high-achieving young adults who work alongside Turning the TIDE staff to develop and deliver youth empowerment programs
Staff Members and Board of Directors
Executive Director
Deputy Director / Director of Program Development
Program Manager, Technology Services
Program Coordinator, The Garden
Adult Education Tutor, The Learning Center
Program Coordinator, The Garden
Website & Social Media Administrator
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member