The Connect Center is a 501(c)(3) youth-oriented community center located in Cohoes, NY, established in 2012. Housed in a historic 130-year-old cathedral, the center offers over 5,000 square feet of space dedicated to supporting youth and families. Through education, food access, and mentorship, the Connect Center aims to break the cycle of poverty and create lasting impact in the community. Key facilities include the Connect Kitchen, a certified professional kitchen; the S.T.E.A.M. Lab, featuring a music studio and black box theater; and various after-school and summer programs designed to foster growth and connection among youth.