The Beacon is a shared space community center in a renovated bowling alley that is fertile ground for transformation on the westside of South Bend.

We believe community transformation comes from our partners, not from us. The Beacon provides on-going space and support to local residents, organizations, and schools so that they can grow, shine, and be change agents in the community. 

Currently, The Beacon houses over 17 partner organizations that offer weekly academic, recreational, or mentoring programs to the community. We are excited that you are here, and we hope that the past and future of The Beacon will excite you as well. We’d love for you to join us on this journey of community transformation, and more importantly, life transformation!