PROGRAMS FOR
CHILDREN & YOUTH
FUEL: Developing Future for Children and Youth
Epworth’s Ana A. Brito Foundation (EAABF) offers FUEL programs, Focused Uplifting Enriching Learning, that nurture children and youth through supportive after-school activities, tutoring, and enrichment opportunities designed to build confidence and strengthen academic skills. Let’s Read promotes literacy with engaging reading practice, while additional programs provide creative hands-on learning, soccer clinics to encourage healthy teamwork, and leadership development to prepare students for success in school and community life. All childcare and enrichment activities take place at Epworth UMC, 9008 Rosemont Dr, Gaithersburg, MD, with entry through the top wooden doors. Childcare for ages 2 through 5th grade begins September 2, 2025, alongside EAABF Bridges classes, and Child Enrichment formally launches October 7, running through May 2026. These programs are free and open to the public, with voluntary donations to support EAABF’s mission of making enrichment opportunities accessible for all families.
All of the following offerings are available on our campus located at:
9008 Rosemont Drive
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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INTEGRATED LITERACY
Start Date: October 7, 2025
Tuesday and Wednesday 4:00 to 5:00 PM
Class Description: Literacy enrichment focused on reading, writing, and speaking, with activities tailored by age and skill level.
Organizer: Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church, Mujer Fuerza y Coraje, and Epworth’s Ana A. Brito Foundation.
Age Group / Grade Level: PK – 5th Grade
Start Date: October 7, 2025
Class Days & Times: Tuesday and Wednesday 4:00 to 5:00 PM
Location: Epworth UMC, 9008 Rosemont Dr, Gaithersburg, MD (Top wooden doors entrance only)
Status: Open enrollment
Maximum Enrollment / Class Size: 30 students (divided by grade level)
Grouping: Children are separated into two groups by grade: PK–1st Grade and 2nd–5th Grade.
What Your Child Will Learn: Early literacy skills, reading fluency, vocabulary, writing practice, and public speaking.
Registration Deadline: Rolling, until classes are full
Cost / Fees: Free (Donations to EAABF FUEL program encouraged)
Subject to availability!
CHILDCARE AGES 2 YEARS TO 5TH GRADE
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Start Date: September 2, 2025
Tuesday and Wednesday 5:00 to 8:30 PM
Class Description: Evening childcare support for children ages 2 through 5th grade, with a balance of structured activities and informal play.
Organizer: Epworth Ana A. Brito foundation - Bridges Program
Age Group / Grade Level: Ages 2 – 5th Grade
Start Date: September 2, 2025
Class Days & Times: Tuesday and Wednesday 5:00 to 8:30 PM
Location: Epworth UMC, 9008 Rosemont Dr, Gaithersburg, MD (Top wooden doors entrance only)
Status: Open enrollment
Maximum Enrollment / Class Size: 45 students
What Your Child Will Learn: Safe supervised care, social interaction, and informal learning activities while parents attend classes.
Registration Deadline: Rolling, until capacity is reached
Cost / Fees: Free (Donations to EAABF FUEL program encouraged)
Subject to availability!
CREATIVE ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT REGISTRATION
Class Description: Creative academic enrichment that blends academics with art, music, and movement for a well-rounded learning experience.
Organizer: Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church, Mujer Fuerza y Coraje, and Epworth’s Ana A. Brito Foundation.
Age Group / Grade Level: PK – 5th Grade (divided into groups)
Start Date: October 7, 2025
Class Days & Times: Tuesday and Wednesday 5:00 TO 7:00 PM
Location: Epworth UMC, 9008 Rosemont Dr, Gaithersburg, MD
Status: Open enrollment
Maximum Enrollment / Class Size: 45 students total
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PK (Ages 3–5 incl. Kindergarten): 13 students
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Grades 1–2: 16 students
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Grades 3–5: 16 students
​Grouping: Children are separated into three groups by age/grade: PK (3–5 yrs incl. Kindergarten), Grades 1–2, and Grades 3–5.
What Your Child Will Learn: Hands-on projects in reading, math, science, and social studies; creative expression through music, art, and movement.
Registration Deadline: Rolling, until groups are full
Cost / Fees: Free (Donations to EAABF FUEL program encouraged)
Subject to availability!
Start Date: October 7, 2025
Tuesday and Wednesday 5:00 TO 7:00 PM
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LET’S READ INTEREST FORM
Class Description: Targeted literacy program for children identified by their teachers as needing extra reading support. Participation is based on interest form submission.
Organizer: Germantown Global Connection in partnership with Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church, Mujer Fuerza y Coraje and Epworth’s Ana A Brito Foundation.
Age Group / Grade Level: 2nd Grade students (2025–2026 school year)
Start Date: October 7, 2025 Interested persons’ information will be shared with GCC, Let’s Read coordinator.
Class Days & Times: Tuesday and Wednesday 5:15 to 6:30 PM
Location: Epworth UMC, 9008 Rosemont Dr, Gaithersburg, MD
Status: Interest form – Interested persons’ information will be shared with GCC, Let’s Read coordinator.
Maximum Enrollment / Class Size: 20 students
Grouping: Children are separated into small reading groups by skill level within 2nd Grade to ensure personalized instruction.
What Your Child Will Learn: Personalized literacy development with focus on reading comprehension, fluency, and overcoming skill gaps.
Registration Deadline: Interest forms must be submitted before capacity is filled (limited to 20 students)
Subject to availability!
Start Date: October 7, 2025
Tuesday and Wednesday
5:15 to 6:30 PM
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ADULT VOLUNTEER INTEREST FORM
Volunteer opportunities are available only for Creative Academic Enrichment and Integrated Literacy. Submit this form to express your interest in supporting these programs.
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Important Note:
This form is for Adult Volunteers only.
Tuesday and Wednesday
4:00 to 5:00 PM 5:00 to 7:00 PM
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