As a community center with members ranging from ages 3 to 93, the Riekes Center serves as a fitness, art and learning hub for anyone to join. For nearly 30 years, the center has mentored professional football players, award-winning artists, paralympians and more. 

The Riekes Center is Menlo Park’s “best kept secret,” said Executive Director Caroline McNally. 

Thank you for supporting the Scholarships at Riekes. Watch as we Rallied for Riekes on April 26, 2025!

We Rallied for Riekes and the event was a resounding success! For those of you who joined us, we extend a heartfelt thank you! Whether you missed the event or were there celebrating with us, take a minute to watch this fun video compilation of the night!

On Sunday, February 4th, the Riekes Center hosted a two-part film event at The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park!

On Giving Tuesday 2023, our community rallied together with an inspiring display of generosity and support!

In the heart of the Riekes community, a remarkable tale of dedication and compassion unfolds through the journey of Cortney Weintz, one of the Center's students. His story is a testament to the spirit of achievement and support that defines Riekes and its mission to make a difference in the lives of its participants.

On October 22nd, Riekes hosted its annual Harvest Festival, and it was a great success! With nearly 400 attendees, the event brought together a diverse group which included many fresh faces eager to experience the warmth and camaraderie that defines the Riekes community.

Riekes Alumnus, Henry Solomon joined the band HAIM this past weekend as they opened for Taylor Swift at The Era’s Tour at Levi’s Stadium, playing for over 60,000 people!

In July 2023, the Riekes Center had the honor of hosting QB Dojo, an esteemed organization hailing from Japan. With a history dating back to 2011, QB Dojo has been instrumental in professionally teaching the skills of a quarterback, the pivotal position in American Football, to Japanese athletes. Through their visit to the Riekes Center, a longstanding relationship between the two organizations was further strengthened. 

Check out the Documentary Films our students produced in the summer of 2023 on YouTube!