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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.
Register now! Space is limited.
The Commission on Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes (OST Commission) invites youth, families, stakeholders and the public to two community feedback sessions to provide comments, concerns, and suggestions to be included in the upcoming OST Strategic Plan for the next three years. This strategic plan will focus on the following four strategic priorities to achieve our vision:
- Funding & Capacity Building
- Quality
- Outcomes
- Coordination & Collaboration
Register to attend the engagement sessions below:
For any questions, or concerns email learn24@dc.gov.
Consider supporting out-of-school-time (OST) programs this tax season by making a Contribution to Taxpayer Support for Afterschool Programs for At-Risk Students on your DC individual income tax form, under the contributions section on Schedule U part II, line 2. These funds will support grants to help bring safe and meaningful opportunities to at-risk youth in the District of Columbia beyond the school day.
Asian American LEAD (AALEAD)’s community-based Mentoring Program is back! The program offers an opportunity for Asian American Pacific Islander youth between the ages of 8 and 18 to get connected to a supportive screened and trained volunteer Mentor that can be a role model, help with academics/college, and open doors to new perspectives, ideas, and experiences. If interested in becoming a mentee or mentor, please fill out the interest form here. If you have questions, please contact Hannah Cheyney.
City Kids Wilderness Project is currently accepting applications from 6th grade students for the 2022 Ranger Class. Since 1996, City Kids Wilderness Project has used outdoor spaces to spark inspiration, provide practical life skills, instill self confidence, and more opportunities to encourage DC based youth to explore their sense of personal possibility. For more information or questions, please contact Victor Medina or click here.
On behalf of Learn24 Coordinating Entities that will be announced in March, the OST Office is accepting applications from high-quality subcontractors (vendors) to provide educational, social, emotional, and/or physical health opportunities and activities for children at DC Housing Authority and DC Department of Human Services short-term family housing sites. The deadline to apply is Monday, April 18, 2022 at 5:00 pm. View the complete RFA here. Complete the application here.
Visit Learn24.dc.gov for more information.
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, May 11, 2022 to be considered. To learn more information regarding deadlines, criteria, and past recipients please, click here.
Colocation America proudly offers STEM Innovation Grants to programs that inspire and encourage K-12 students to pursue their interest and curiosity in STEM. The maximum award amount for selected applicants is $7,500. Applications must be received by Friday, May 13, 2022 for consideration. Access the full application here.
The Classics for Kids Foundation provides grants to schools and nonprofit organizations to strengthen music education and string instrument programs. Grants are designed to forge strong local connections between students, families, and communities. The deadline to apply is Thursday, June 30, 2022. For more information regarding eligibility criteria, click 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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