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The Bowser Administration, Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education (DME), the Office of Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes (OST Office), and the United Way of the National Capital Area has released the School Year 2020-21 grant competitions. Each grant competition is designed to support out-of-school time (OST) programs for children and youth throughout the District during the upcoming school year. The deadline to apply is July 16, 2020 at 5:00 pm. Visit Learn24.dc.gov for more information.
The Institute for Youth Development is offering a series of virtual workshops for youth development professionals. Each workshop helps youth workers promote a positive environment in their daily interactions with youth. Attendees will learn practical information that can be implemented in their interactions with youth immediately.
Register to attend one of these interactive and engaging workshops today!
Learn24 is interested in hearing from families, community members, youth, and DC residents on how out-of-school time (OST) programs who receive local funds should be transparent and accountable to the funds they receive. Feedback provided through this survey will help the OST Office develop a public accountable framework. Responses can remain anonymous and all responses are optional. The survey can be completed here. If you are interested in participating in a focus group, contact hassaan.ebrahim@dc.gov to schedule time.
DC Department of Health has issued updated guidance and recommendations for Phase Two of the coronavirus reopening plan. View the latest guidance and resources at here.
Students, families, and school leaders can stay current with the latest news and information from the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education (DME) here.
The Anit-Defamation League has compiled a listing of various fun activities and opportunities that families and professionals can use to discuss respect, inclusion, diversity, bias, and social justice with children (ages 3-12). Included in each activity are discussion prompts that help children talk about things they have learned, what they are feeling and any questions that may have. Read the full article here.
Afterschool Today, previously published an article that provides useful tips on how afterschool professionals can promote equity and inclusion in programs. Below are suggestions that afterschool professionals can use to support youth while embracing their diverse set of skills.
- Educate yourself, first.
- Check your language.
- Understanding and overcoming implicit bias.
- Culturally responsive pedagogy in OST programs.
- Identity-based bullying and behavior management.
- Equity-focused recruitment and professional development for OST staff.
Read the entire article here.
The Youth Mentoring Action Network and Maryland Mentor recently conducted a youth-led community dialogue aimed at supporting young people as they process recent events and the state of race relations. The youth panel provided an outlet for Black youth and youth of color to articulate various ways that they need to be supported during this time. View the virtual town hall here.
Weekly newsletter of funding opportunities.
The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation is accepting grant applications from nonprofit organizations that serve residents of the Washington, DC metropolitan area in the following program areas: Arts and Humanities, Community Services, Education, Health and the Environment. Applications must be received by July 1, 2020. Visit www.cafritzfoundation.org to learn more about the application process.
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH) invites applications from qualified arts, humanities, arts education, and service organizations for its Fiscal Year 2021 Arts/Humanities Education Project (AHEP) grant program. The number and amount of awards vary. The submission deadline is July 2, 2020 at 4:00 pm. More information regarding the application process, guidelines and frequently asked questions can be found here.
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH) is currently soliciting applications from qualified arts, humanities, arts education, and service organizations for its Fiscal Year 2021 East of the River (EOR) grant program. The number and amount of awards vary. To be considered applications must be submitted no later than 4:00 pm on Friday, July 10, 2020. Full application details and information can be found here.
The Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) seeks eligible entities to propose a plan for the implementation and management of a comprehensive and coordinated system of programs and services for D.C. court-involved youth and families. Total award amount could reach $7 million dollars. Applications must be submitted by July 13, 2020 at 4:30 pm to be considered. Learn more about the application process here.
Soul of the City provides young people, ages 14 to 19, an opportunity to explore the role of the humanities in asking and answering critical questions about the world. The Soul of the City grant encourages the development and delivery of a high-quality humanities-driven youth engagement program. Applicants may request up to $20,000. Selected award will demonstrate innovative models that empower and engage young people in programs that build civic engagement, critical thinking, and leadership skills. The deadline to submit an application is July 31, 2020. The full application can be found here.
 For resources and additional information on the District of Columbia Government’s response to coronavirus (COVID-19), please visit coronavirus.dc.gov.
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