Young people are bravely sharing their stories this #YouthVoiceWeek—let's amplify them in the halls of Congress! Head to 3to6.co/congress today!

$0 for 21st CCLC. What happens next? The President's FY2026 budget proposal eliminated the only federal funding stream dedicated to afterschool and summer programs. As Congress crafts the spending legislation, make the call to your reps! afterschoolalliance.org/afterschoolsna… #AftershoolWorks

We enjoyed learning more about the 13 colonies and the creator of the flag! Then we used white crayons and water colors to create our own American flags. #shadesofdevelopment #afterschoolalliance #afterschool4all #easttnafterschool #SHADES #weareafterschool #afterschoolworks

RELEASED TODAY: Just in time for summer, a new issue brief celebrates the vital role afterschool and summer programs play in helping young people build healthy habits and healthy futures!☀️ afterschoolalliance.org/afterschoolsna…

What's going on with FY2025 spending, FY2026 appropriations process, and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act? How might these affect afterschool? Let's break it down. afterschoolalliance.org/afterschoolsna…

Are you a city leader? On 6/24, join National League of Cities to gain key data, compelling messaging, and policy insights to effectively advocate for expanded access and sustained investment in OST programs. Register now! nlc.org/events/making-…

BREAKING: 10,000 afterschool and summer programs could close their doors as federal government withholds 21st CCLC funding for the 2025/26 school year. 🚨1.4M children are at risk of losing their programs as soon as this summer. DEMAND FUNDS BE RELEASED: afterschoolalliance.org/afterschoolsna…

Announcing Alabama's 2025 STEM Flight Crew! AELA proudly welcomes 12 exceptional youth leaders. This forward-thinking program provides a hybrid learning experience and engages participants in a variety of activities designed to advocate for STEM education. #ALFlightCrew

If funds for 21st CCLC programs are not released, "fallout will be swift and devastating" warns Jim Clark, president and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Read the full statement: bgca.org/news-stories/2…

Celebrate #SummerLearningWeek (July 14–18) with #TXPOST & summerlearning ! ☀️ ➡ Check out NSLA's toolkit for ideas & resources: summerlearning.org/events/summer-… ➡ Submit an #OutOfSchoolTime program spotlight form by 7/11: bit.ly/4lfukns

Join the Afterschool Alliance team — we are #hiring a Fellow! If you are passionate about protecting and expanding access to afterschool and summer programs for young people, apply here! afterschoolalliance.org/documents/Fell…

We’re so proud of AELA’s very own Regional Hub Director, Lindsey Blevins, for serving on a national panel with the Afterschool Alliance to spotlight the importance of 21CCLC! Lindsey brought Alabama’s voice to the table!

BIG NEWS! Russ Vought just informed me that the U.S. Department of Education is releasing crucial funds to states that support after school and summer education programs. This is in direct response to a letter I led my Senate Republicans colleagues on earlier this week! More information on the letter

BREAKING NEWS: The Trump Administration announced that 21st CCLC funds will be released to state education agencies next week, allowing afterschool and summer programs to resume! afterschoolalliance.org/afterschoolsna…

The Trump administration withheld $6.8 billion in education funds while it reviewed the programs for signs they were advancing a “left-wing agenda.” Officials warned states not to use money for “unallowable activities.” chalkbeat.org/2025/07/18/tru…

Ending #summerlearningweek with positive news! Afterschool and summer programs can resume as 21st CCLC funds are set to be released next week. ☀️ Read Executive Director Jodi Grant's statement: afterschoolalliance.org/documents/FY25…

"Afterschool and summertime programs are one of the best solutions to youth crime. We must ensure more of today’s youth have access to these programs that keep them safe." Thank you for this valuable perspective into how #AfterschoolWorks to keep kids safe and on the right path.

Thank you Rep. April McClain Delaney for emphasizing that #afterschoolworks in Maryland and nationwide!

BREAKING NEWS: The Trump Administration and U.S. Department of Education announced that they would soon release the remaining education Title funding that was due to states! afterschoolalliance.org/afterschoolsna…

Today Senate appropriators marked up the FY 2026 education spending bill, maintaining dedicated #21stCCLC funding at $1.329 billion. Read more: afterschoolalliance.org/afterschoolsna…