Afterschool Alliance

"Your efforts are part of the reason why we remain a Nation defined by possibility—where everyone has the chance to learn, grow, and pursue their dreams, no matter who they are or where they grew up. As we gather for this wonderful occasion, I hope you take pride in all you've done to advance the welfare of our children and youth." Today, the White House joins one million Americans in celebrating the 25th annual #LightsOnAfterschool. Thank you President Biden for recognizing the essential role of afterschool programs in helping our nation's youth, parents, and families thrive.

The Afterschool Alliance has been selected to receive a National Moonshot Grant provided by Remake Learning! By receiving this grant, we join a wide-ranging community of changemakers imagining the future of education. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8t2EKi9

The recently introduced Summer Meals Act would help expand access to healthy meals by reducing the paperwork burden for meal program sponsors, providing transportation grants, and more! Read more on how the Summer Meals Act would reform and expand the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP): https://lnkd.in/eD72qe_h

Last night, Todos Juntos celebrated the 25th annual Lights On After School Project with an incredible community photo at the Senior Night soccer game at Estacada High School! We’re so grateful for the amazing support from our community that allows us to provide quality after-school programming. A huge shoutout to organizations like OregonASK for their tireless efforts in advocating for recognition and funding to keep these vital programs alive across Oregon. Together, we’re making a difference! #LightsOnAfterSchool #TodosJuntos #OregonASK

Afterschool supporters went all out for #LightsOnAfterschool 2024. 1 million people celebrated at more than 8,000 events worldwide. Thirty five states proclaimed #LightsOnAfterschool day on October 24. Usher and Usher's New Look took over Times Square. The White House published a letter recognizing #LightsOnAfterschool, honoring the essential role of afterschool programs in the lives of American families. The Buzz Henderson Learning Academy at the Jewel City Church broke a world record to bring attention to the need for more afterschool opportunities. And much, much more! Thank you for turning the #LightsOnAfterschool in 2024. ❤️ https://lnkd.in/ene64tsu

A record-breaking #LightsOnAfterschool celebration? The Buzz Henderson Learning Academy at the Jewel City Church broke the record for who can wear the most lanyards at the same time! Director Michelle Fraise rocked 547 lanyards to help bring awareness to the need for more afterschool programs in her community! https://lnkd.in/eZiREvfS

Thank you to Jodee Inscho and the Community Affairs department at the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission for lighting the “Trenton Makes” bridge in blue and yellow tonight to celebrate the 25th anniversary of #LightsOnAfterschool The Lower Trenton Toll-Supported Bridge is the Commission’s oldest and most-storied river crossing. It also is the agency’s most iconic structure, owing to the illuminated “Trenton Makes The World Takes” sign on two of the bridge’s steel trusses. The sign – there have been four of them over the past 100 years or so – has been viewed by millions of area residents and travelers, many of them passengers on Pennsylvania Railroad and Amtrak trains crossing the stone-arch railroad bridge a short distance downstream. Check out how beautiful it looked tonight! CC: NJSACC: New Jersey's Afterschool & Out-of-School Time (OST) Professional Network and Afterschool Alliance

Afterschool Alliance has released a new toolkit on 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗰𝘆 & 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲! 📣 This toolkit offers a collection of existing resources & spotlights of partners in education & #YouthAdvocacy. https://lnkd.in/e7vesayr

Speechless. As honorary chair, Usher helped bring #LightsOnAfterschool to new heights in 2024! Together, he helped us and 1 million Americans send the message that every child deserves access to a high-quality afterschool program. Thank you for empowering & inspiring young people through Usher's New Look and keeping the #LightsOnAfterschool so that young people can find their spark!

Looking for ways to keep the #LightsOnAfterschool all year long? Check out how the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program can help you #FundAfterschool. TANF provides states with flexibility in operating programs designed to help low-income families and children achieve economic self-sufficiency, including providing direct financial assistance to eligible families. Check out a few quick facts and see how states have leveraged TANF to support young people and families: https://lnkd.in/eF32ucwG