The Fight to Save After-School Programs for 1.7 Million Kids
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Episode 4 of the Afterschool.org Podcast unpacks the Trump administration’s proposal to eliminate the 21st Century Community Learning Centers initiative, which provides crucial funding for after-school and summer programs serving 1.7 million children and families nationwide. We discuss the potential fallout if these cuts move forward, exploring the proven benefits of these programs and why critics argue that the administration’s claim of ineffectiveness is misleading. Tune in as we examine the stakes for working families, the research backing after-school support, and what these proposed funding changes mean for communities relying on these essential services.
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