Thomas H. Slater Community Center

Thomas H. Slater Community Center Slater Community Center provides programs and services to residents of the City of White Plains and beyond. Founded in 1979. Thomas H.

Our History

The Center opened in October 1979 under a tripartite agreement with the City of White Plains, the United Way of Westchester and the Urban League of Westchester. The Center was named in honor of the late Rev. Slater, an avid community leader and minister who served as pastor of the Bethel Baptist Church, which is located directly adjacent to the Center. In 1980, the tripartite agreemen

t was dissolved, a Board of Directors was formed and the Center became incorporated. The Center serves the 450 families who reside in the Winbrook Public Housing, in particular, and the City of White Plains, in general. In 2011, the word “Community was added to the Center’s name to give a self-explanation of the purpose of Slater.

Our own Delphine Burton is the White Plains Juneteenth Grand Marshal. Come meet and greet her and the honorees on Tuesda...
05/30/2026

Our own Delphine Burton is the White Plains Juneteenth Grand Marshal. Come meet and greet her and the honorees on Tuesday, 6/2, 5:30pm at the Thomas H. Slater Center.

Our own Wiley Harrison, chair of the Board of Directors. Congratulations Wiley.
05/21/2026

Our own Wiley Harrison, chair of the Board of Directors. Congratulations Wiley.

04/30/2026
The Board of Directors of the Thomas H. Slater Center is proud to announce the appointment of Delphine Burton as Executi...
04/23/2026

The Board of Directors of the Thomas H. Slater Center is proud to announce the appointment of Delphine Burton as Executive Director, effective July 1, 2026.

A lifelong White Plains resident, Burton brings a strong record of leadership, service, and community advocacy. A graduate of the White Plains Public Schools, she has deep roots in the Winbrook community and a longstanding commitment to the neighborhood she will serve. Burton holds degrees from SUNY Fredonia, Walden University, and Capella University, and currently works at Mercy University. She is also a self-published author and active community leader, including prior service on the Slater Center Board. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, the White Plains Juneteenth Heritage Committee, and Bethel Baptist Church, and is the Founder and CEO of Delphine’s World, Inc., a nonprofit committed to helping individuals pursue knowledge and excellence.

“Delphine brings passion, integrity, and a deep understanding of our community,” said Board Chair Wiley Harrison. “We are excited to welcome her as our next Executive Director.”

“I am honored to serve the community that helped shape me,” Burton said. “I look forward to building on the Slater Center’s legacy of opportunity and connection.”

Burton succeeds Heather Miller, who will retire in June after 45 years of dedicated leadership. Miller will support a smooth transition in the months ahead.

“It has been the honor of my life to serve this community,” Miller shared. “I am confident the Center will continue to thrive under Delphine’s leadership.”

Delphine will start on July 1, 2026. Please join us in congratulating her!

The Thomas H. Slater Center is the fiscal sponsor of the Jamaican Emancipendence Committee.
03/05/2026

The Thomas H. Slater Center is the fiscal sponsor of the Jamaican Emancipendence Committee.

02/25/2026

Going down this evening. Line dance with DJ Danny. Support your heart health and have fun at the same time.

♥️🔺♦️FEBRUARY IS NATIONAL HEART AWARENESS MONTH!♦️🔺♥️

On behalf of the Westchester Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and the New Rochelle-White Plains Alumni Chapter, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated, we are excited to welcome you to our 2nd Annual Go Red! Line Dancing for Heart Health Awareness with DJ Danny.

EVENT DETAILS
Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Cost: Free!!!
Location: Thomas H. Slater Community Center
2 Fisher Court, 2nd Floor Meeting Room
White Plains, NY 10601
Parking: Street Meter Parking (Free after 6pm). DO NOT PARK IN SLATER CENTER'S LOT

CHECK-IN
Arrival Time: Please plan to arrive at least 15-20 minutes early in order to complete the Slater Center's Liability and Photo Release Waiver Forms.

IMPORTANT:
Dress in RED attire
Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear. Consider dressing in layers that can be removed, just in case you get too warm
All levels are welcome
AHA Resources Available
Water & heart-healthy snacks will be provided
There will be an on-site Health Care Professional

01/29/2026
Join us for this free event as we celebrate Black History Through The Arts.
01/29/2026

Join us for this free event as we celebrate Black History Through The Arts.

A great man. May his legacy live on. Rest in perpetual peace Rev. Dr. Lester Cousin.
01/26/2026

A great man. May his legacy live on. Rest in perpetual peace Rev. Dr. Lester Cousin.

Celebrating his 57th year in ministry, Rev Dr. Lester Cousin is presenting

On Monday, January 19, we had an amazing celebration of our Martin Luther King Breakfast, thanks to our sponsors. Pictu...
01/22/2026

On Monday, January 19, we had an amazing celebration of our Martin Luther King Breakfast, thanks to our sponsors. Pictured below, left to right: Dawn French, VP, White Plains Hospital; Councilwoman Victoria Presser, City of White Plains; and New York State Senator Shelley Mayer.

Address

2 Fisher Court
White Plains, NY
10601

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 9pm

Telephone

(914) 948-6211

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