AFTERSCHOOL WORKS.

The federal government has moved to
CANCEL summer and afterschool programs this year and
ELIMINATE funding for the future.

1.4 million youth could lose their programs if 21st Century Community Learning Centers funding goes away.

DEMAND RELEASE OF 2025 FUNDS

Your state's funding is being withheld for this year's summer and afterschool programs. Learn more.

TAKE ACTION NOW

STOP ELIMINATION OF FUTURE FUNDS

The President's 2026 budget calls for eliminating any future funding for afterschool and summer programs.

PROTECT THE FUTURE

Take Action with These Tools

State Impact Map

Impact in Your State

See the potential loss of programs and kids served in your state.
Research Data

Get the Research

Decades of research prove that programs are effective and help kids thrive.
Social Media Graphics

Graphics + Social Media

Use these messages and graphics to get the word out.
Postcards and Petitions

Postcards + Petitions

Use these tools to help families get their messages to leaders.
Site Visit Toolkit

Hold a Site Visit

Showcase the power of programs and invite your Congressional representatives to visit using our site visit toolkit.
Media Alert

Alert Media

Let media know that afterschool and summer programs are at risk. Get media tips from the Afterschool Alliance.

Tell us your story

How are federal policy developments impacting your program?

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Research Shows Afterschool Works

  • National fact sheet on afterschool: This Is Afterschool (2025)
  • Get the facts: 21st Century Community Learning Centers Brief (2025)
  • Make the case: Research on the Impact of Afterschool and Summer Programs Brief (2024)
  • Results are in: Voters Say Afterschool Programs are a Necessity Brief (2025)
  • Show the economic benefits: Afterschool Programs Strengthen the Economy Fact Sheet (2025)
  • Understand the evidence base: Investing in Afterschool STEM (2025)

    • See more research at afterschoolalliance.org.

    Afterschool Outcomes

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    The Afterschool Alliance is a nonprofit public awareness and advocacy organization working to ensure that all children and youth have access to quality afterschool programs.