Help save afterschool and summer funding in FY 2026
Source: Afterschool Alliance
Afterschool learning doesn’t stop in the summer time! Summer learning programs are keeping kids safe and engaged in fun, experiential learning during the months while school's out.
However, the President’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) budget puts funding for afterschool and summer programs via 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) at risk. Please urge your representatives in Congress to sustain this funding!
Please take two minutes to send a message to Congress in support of afterschool and summer learning programs.
21st CCLC supports nearly 1.4 million youth, in programs in every state—cutting these programs would be devastating for millions of families across the country. Increased program costs are making it harder for afterschool providers to serve families and children. In communities nationwide the need cannot be greater for math and reading enrichment, healthy activity and nutritious snacks, and hands-on, engaging activities that help children learn and grow. Federal support is essential to help the nearly 25 million children and youth who would be in an afterschool program if one were available.
Learn more about how you can support afterschool at www.afterschoolworksforamerica.org.
