Knowledge Seekers
Because knowledge is power
Educational Activities, Homework Support, Recreation for K-12 Learners
What We Do
Every Saturday between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Knowledge Seekers offers academic enrichment activities for children and youth in grades kindergarten through 12th grade.
We offer fun activities that apply best practices in education to help kids meet Virginia state standards and enjoy learning skills and confidence that will help them pursue their interests and achieve their goals.
Who We Are
Manuel Alfaro- President
Manny grew up in the neighborhood we serve and has worked as an educator in Culmore since 2014. He currently teaches art at Glen Forest Elementary School. Manny volunteers at Knowledge Seekers regularly.
Robin Pugh Yi, Ph.D.- Treasurer
Robin is an experienced educator and education program evaluator. She develops materials and activity plans that apply current best practices. Robin volunteers at Knowledge Seekers regularly.
Edwin Alfaro- Chief Executive Officer
Edwin grew up in Culmore and has served the community since graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in psychology in 2018. He currently serves as a case aide at Youth for Tomorrow.
Where we are
Culmore United Methodist Church provides Knowledge Seekers with space in its chapel as part of its work with George Mason University and Partners Empowered Communities.
Knowledge Seekers thanks Culmore Public Library for including us in their community outreach efforts.
3400 Charles St. Falls Church, VA 22041
Every Saturday 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Ways to Help
Your donations help to pay for groceries, school supplies, books, and recreational equipment. All donations are tax-deductible.
If you are interested in volunteering for Knowledge Seekers, please e-mail Manny Alfaro at MAlfaroart@gmail.com.