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The 2023 Students in the Care of DC Out of School Time Coordinating Entity RFA invites high-performing, fiscally responsible, non-profits to apply for this grant competition. The intent of this RFA is to select one coordinating entity that will manage a high-quality OST program and manage subcontractors to provide evidence-based educational, social, emotional, and physical health opportunities and activities for students experiencing incarceration. OST Office anticipates awarding one grant of up to $420,000 to coordinate the OST program at DC facility. Applicants may request up to $420,000.The deadline to apply is Monday, August 29, 2022, at 5:00 pm.
A grant information session will be held on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm to provide information and answer questions related to the grant competition. Click here to join (no registration needed).
View the complete RFA here. Applications can be completed here.
The OST Office, the DME, and the Bowser Administration invites nonprofits with strong relationships within the community, and expertise providing youth programs to apply for the Fiscal Year 2023 Safe Passage Safe Blocks (SPSB) request for applications. The SPSB programs will provide students safe routes to and from school and provide an afterschool program offering mediation and conflict resolution skill-building. The OST Office anticipates awarding up to $1.5 million in total awards for Fiscal Year 2023 SPSB grants. The maximum grant award amount is $1,000,000 dollars. The deadline to apply is Monday, August 8, 2022 at 5:00 pm.
View the complete RFA here. Applications must be submitted here.
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.
View the Institute for Youth Development Catalog of Workshops here.
Please note: Requests should be scheduled at least six weeks in advance.
Programs and organizations in the District of Columbia are encouraged to list their upcoming one-day educational and enrichment activities available for youth on the Learn24 event calendar. District of Columbia families are searching for new opportunities that help school-aged youth in the District learn, grow, develop, and play beyond school hours. List your event today by completing this brief form.
 In the first newsletter of each month, The Institute for Youth Development will highlight a specific indicator from the Weikart Center's Youth Program Quality Assessment (PQA) on promising practices in the field.
Building Community is essential in having effective programming for youth. When youth have a sense of belonging, youth are more inclined to participate and develop ownership in the program. Having a positive climate should begin on the first day and continue throughout the year. Constant structured fun activities that promote interaction among peers allow youth to express themselves and develop relatability to the subject matter.
Building a strong working relationship among youth is very important for many reasons. Once youth intentionally build bonds amongst peers, it will increase participation and attendance, help youth feel that they belong, help groups get along and be productive, and increase student learning. All of these aspects are essential to maintain a well-balanced high-quality program.
There are four strategies to promoting a positive climate in programming as follows:
- Creating avenues for community building should include welcoming all youth and having structured activities which encourage youth to get to know each other.
- Be involved and mindful is important for staff to monitor the emotional climate and promote a positive environment.
- Don’t leave anyone out always includes introducing new students, and ensure there are concessions that all youth are involved.
- Promote respect for diversity by having staff lead diverse activities, and ensure there is an inclusive environment.
If you would like to learn more about the importance of sustaining a strong positive climate in your programs, check out this article from The Search Institute.
The Washington Capitals and the Washington Wizards have joined forces to host the Marcus Graham Project (MGP) Sports Marketing Workshop at Capital One Arena from September 19-22. This four-day workshop will give 25 students and young professionals of diverse backgrounds from the Washington, DC area the ability to gain experience and insight into the sports marketing field. Interested applicants can apply by clicking the button below by Friday, September 2, 2022. For more information, please click here.
District of Columbia students, including those who attend private and charter schools, will need to be up-to-date on their vaccines and immunizations in order to attend school this fall. Share this information and resources with youth and families. More information from OSSE can be found here.
Learn more from DC Health about immunizations here.
The Office of Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes is excited to partner with the Greater Washington Community Foundation to help provide OST programs to students with specific needs. Examples of programs that the scholarship may support include, but are not limited to, programs designed specifically for students with disabilities, advanced learners, and English Language Learners. Individuals not considered at-risk may also be eligible to receive a scholarship based on need and availability of funding. Scholarships of up to $10,000 are available for individual students for use in approved OST activities in calendar year 2022. The minimum scholarship award is $1,000. For more information, please click here.
The Office of the State Superintendent of Education's DC Tuition Assistance Grant (DCTAG) provides DC residents with $10,000 in tuition assistance for students attending out-of-state public institutions of higher education, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and select local institutions. All supporting documents must be submitted before 3:00 pm on Friday, August 19, 2022. Click here for more information.
The DC chapter of the Awesome Foundation is offering $1,000 grants to nonprofit organizations that make DC more awesome. DC residents interested in improving the District of Columbia through arts, culture, and/or community experiences are encouraged to apply. The deadline to submit an application is Sunday, August 21, 2022. The full application can be found here.
The TEGNA Foundation Community Grants offers up to $7,500 in grant assistance to organizations operating in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area. Priority areas for this competition include programs targeting at-risk middle school students, services for veterans and nonprofits, and programs that support the LGBTQ population. Grant applications must be received by Monday, August 29, 2022 to be considered. For information on how to apply for the TEGNA Foundation Community Grants, click 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 Friday, September 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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