EPACENTER is a creative youth development center in East Palo Alto that amplifies the creative potential in every young person. Our mission is to create opportunities for youth in the community in San Mateo County to discover and amplify their talents, realize their potential, and bring positive impact to the world through creative expression. EPACENTER provides approximately 1100 youth per year with free programming in the digital, literary, visual and performing arts. EPACENTER offers programming along three developmental pathways: Our age-differentiated programs are led by professional artists and designers, with programs taking place during the school day, after-school and during the summer. EPACENTER envisions a future where all young people in and of East Palo Alto will have the opportunity to become creative innovators, and enjoy economic and social success in their community.