Funding Out-of-School Time Programs—Now and in the FutureMillions of families depend on out-of-school time programs to support their children’s overall health and development outside of the classroom. Fortunately, the American Rescue Plan included $122 billion designated for education and $350 billion in flexible funding that many states and communities used to launch out-of-school time initiatives to support the social, emotional, and academic needs of children and youth. Once the spending window for these dollars closes, though, school districts that received the most funds (based on student poverty levels) will experience the most significant decline in funding. Consequently, advocates and program providers must plan now for a thoughtful, long-term approach to funding out-of-school time programs with other federal, state, and local funding sources. This fact sheet highlights some of the potential funding sources that can support out-of-school time programs. While it is not a comprehensive guide, it provides a general overview that advocates and providers can use as a starting point to think through sustainable funding options to support out-of-school time services. Download PDF Filed under:Middle Childhood, Youth, Advocates/Intermediaries, Funders, Policymakers/Agency Leaders, Publication, Sourcing Additional FundingMore Resources Collection Leaders and Champions: Find Your Role in Strategic Public Financing Find out how you can help your community fund programs and services for children and youth in sustainable and equitable ways. Publication Leaders and Champions: The Role of Program Providers in Strategic Public Financing How program providers can help communities fund services for children and youth in sustainable and equitable ways through strategic public financing. Updates and Events News November 5, 2026 Wins on Local Ballots Secure More Than $104 Million for Kids News October 28, 2026 Statewide Ballot Measures Could Put Local Children’s Funds in Jeopardy News October 14, 2026 Record Number of Dedicated Children’s Funds to Appear on Local Ballots Close Share it! Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Click to copy URL Link Copied!
Collection Leaders and Champions: Find Your Role in Strategic Public Financing Find out how you can help your community fund programs and services for children and youth in sustainable and equitable ways.
Publication Leaders and Champions: The Role of Program Providers in Strategic Public Financing How program providers can help communities fund services for children and youth in sustainable and equitable ways through strategic public financing.