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The Bowser Administration, Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education (DME), and the Office of Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes (OST Office) is now accepting applications from eligible entities to design, build, and implement Safe Passage Safe Block (SPSB) programs in designated Safe Passage Priority Areas. The SPSB programs will provide students safe routes to and after school and provide an afterschool program that allows students to develop skills to reduce aggression. The SPSB programs will also allow schools, school staff, students, and SPSB staff to build and strengthen relationships in the surrounding communities.
The OST Office will host an information session to provide an overview and answer questions related to the RFA on Friday, September 24, 2021 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Click here to join the meeting.
The deadline to apply is Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 5:00 pm.
View the full RFA here.
The Office of Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes (OST Office) and Office for Students in the Care of D.C. (SCDC), located in the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education (DME), and the District of Columbia Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) invites high-performing, fiscally responsible, non-profits to apply for the Fiscal Year 2022 Students in the Care of DC Out of School Time Coordinating Entity at the Youth Services Center Request for Applications (RFA). Applications must be submitted by Monday, September 20, 2021 at 5:00 pm.
View the complete RFA here.
The Institute for Youth Development is committed to providing youth development professionals with an opportunity to gain practical skills that can be implemented in their interactions with youth immediately. This listing of upcoming workshops helps promote a positive environment with youth.
- September 20, 10:00 am: Ask, Listen, Encourage
- September 22, 1:00 pm: Interactive Learning Tools
- September 30, 10:00 am: Conflict Resolution for Youth Workers
- October 1, 10:00 am: Developmental Youth Outcomes
- October 13, 10:00 am: Building Community
- October 18, 9:00 am: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Prevention (CPI)
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October 27, 10:00 am: Tutoring Best Practices & Multiple Intelligences
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October 28, 10:00 am: Best Practices of Youth Work
Register now! Space is limited.
The Commission on Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes (OST Commission) will hold a public meeting on Thursday, September 23, 2021 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. The OST Commission will hear updates from the Office of Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes and the OST Commission Committees.
Individuals and representatives of organizations who wish to comment at a public meeting are asked to notify the OST Office in advance by email at learn24@dc.gov. Individuals should furnish their names, addresses, telephone numbers, and organizational affiliation, if any, and if available, submit one electronic copy of their testimony by the close of business on Tuesday, September 21st at 5:00 pm.
Register here to attend.
Improve staff competencies by hosting a training through The Institute for Youth Development (The Institute). The Institute offers free virtual on-demand workshops to youth development professionals serving District of Columbia youth. A minimum commitment of 10 participants is required to host the workshop; request a training here. Email questions to learn24@dc.gov.
Please note: Requests should be scheduled at least six weeks in advance.
As students, staff, and families head back to school it is important that the well-being of all be the foremost priority. Using an asset-based lens encourages educators to really get to know and learn all about their students rather than just focusing on trying to solve challenges. The science of learning and development demonstrates that an asset-based classroom environment makes students feel more comfortable taking academic risks and expanding their learning. Turnaround For Children has developed a list of three things to focus on right now to ignite learning:
- Stay Rooted in Relationships
- Elevate Student Voice: Create Classroom Culture Together
- Instead of Focusing on What's Been Missed, Build on What Students Bring
Read the full article here.
The Forum for Youth Investment has developed a playbook of essential guiding principles for an equitable whole-child design. This playbook was designed by a group of educators, practitioners, scientists, and parents to nurture innovations, new models, and new enabling policies. Read about design principles in the context of diverse structures and complex array of programs, organizations, and institutions operating in the "community" space here.
Mentor Maryland DC, will host the DC State of Mentoring Forum bringing together mentoring program leaders, practitioners, and stakeholders from around the DC metro area to learn about what was uncovered at the DC Townhall Series and how to move forward together. It will also be an opportunity to network in person, after a long physical hiatus. Register to attend here.
Chick-fil-A provides grants to nonprofit organizations that are working to strengthen neighborhoods and cities through the annual True Inspiration Awards. Organizations must be working in the areas of education, hunger, or homelessness. Awarded grants will range between $50,000 and $350,000. The deadline to apply is Saturday, September 25, 2021. For more information, please click here.
The Capitol Hill Community Foundation awards grants to non-profit organizations, schools, and other neighborhood groups in support of programs and projects that benefit residents of the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Organizations can apply for up to $5,000. Applications must be received by Monday, September 27, 2021. Read more about criteria and past grantees here.
The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation will fund nonprofit organizations up to $20,000 in program funding and/or operating funds. Areas of focus include museums, arts and culture, performing arts, education, schools, youth, and more. Applications must be received by Wednesday November 10, 2021 to be considered. To learn more information regarding deadlines, criteria, and past recipients please, click here.
The American Association of University Women is offering grant assistance to community-based nonprofit organizations for innovative programs or non-degree research projects that promote education and equity for women and girls. Grant awards range from $3,000 to $10,000. Applications must be received by Wednesday, December 1, 2021. View information regarding eligibility, selection criteria, regulations, required components, and more here.
Weekly newsletter of funding opportunities.
 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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