Georgia Statewide Afterschool Network

Grants up to $6,000 through @ProLiteracy's Literacy Opportunity Fund help US-based nonprofit organizations do their work in transforming lives through adult literacy. Grants are awarded quarterly. Learn more: bit.ly/4aNSmkB.

"OST leaders are uniquely positioned to improve employee’s job quality, creating environments where staff feel supported, valued, and energized to continue their critical work with and for youth." More via @NatlAfterSchool: bit.ly/4bsJymP.

Congratulations to @NatlAfterSchool's 2026 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders! One of #Georgia's rising stars in #afterschool, Lea Nelson from @GirlsIncATL in Snellville, is among the honorees. Read more: bit.ly/4aXkeW4.

March is #WomensHistoryMonth! Explore classroom-ready digital resources, including #STEM videos and lesson plans, available via @womenshistory. Check them out! bit.ly/3lZY2n1 #WHM

#GaBOOST Grantee Spotlight: Marietta Police Athletic League utilized BOOST funds to help cover staffing costs for certified teachers who provide tutoring for youth during their program. Read more: bit.ly/47omFOV. #OSTStories

Stay informed! @GeorgiaVoices follows bills that can affect children and families as they work their way through the legislative process. Check out the education-focused bills they're following as the 2026 Legislative Session continues: georgiavoices.org/2026-bill-trac….

Get ready for summer! ☀️ Join @summerlearning for a FREE Summer Planning Bootcamp on April 17 at 12 pm EST. Hear from #OST leaders and walk away with tools, ideas and best practices to strengthen your summer program planning. Register: bit.ly/3PcDXbw.

Calling all #Georgia writers in grades K-3! The @PBSKIDS Writers contest is open for entries until March 31. Learn more: gpb.org/education/writ….

Join @readingby3rd for "The Teacher Pipeline: Creating Enduring Pathways into Teaching" on March 17 from 3-4:30 pm EST. This webinar is a part of the CGLR Learning Tuesdays series. Register now: bit.ly/45Gd30z.

#Afterschool and summer programs spark curiosity in #STEM! The @STEMNext Career-Connected Learning Framework helps turn that spark into future career pathways. Explore tools and training recordings to bring #CareerConnectedLearning to your program: bit.ly/cclframework.

Looking for #mentalhealth resources created with teens in mind? 💬 Explore the @FreeYourFeelsGA website for graphics, toolkits and more to help you best support young people. 🔗 freeyourfeels.org/downloads #FreeYourFeels

Calling #Georgia youth leaders! 📣 The 2026 DFCS-PCS Youth Summit is a fun, engaging day designed to empower middle and high school students to make positive choices for their future. 🗓 April 18 | 📍 Columbus Register by April 3: guideinc.swoogo.com/2026youthsummit.

Give youth a chance to “test-drive” #STEM careers in #afterschool! @ScienceBuddies pairs 10 popular careers with hands-on activities so kids can explore what scientists & engineers really do. Check it out: bit.ly/3VIBSEg.

Hour of AI resources give #afterschool programs simple, high-quality activities that help youth understand and engage with AI. These activities are a great way for afterschool programs to participate in National AI Literacy Day on March 27. Learn more: bit.ly/3X8g5GX.

Join @ngcproject on March 31 at 7 pm EST for a Women’s History Month panel led by youth. Young women from NGCP’s Youth Advisory Board will share how STEM helps address climate, sustainability, and economic challenges shaping our future. Register: bit.ly/45OBM3I.

Thrilled to be in Washington, D.C. today for the Afterschool for All Challenge to talk about the value of Out-of-School Time (OST) programming for youth in Georgia and across the country! #afterschoolworks @afterschool4all @starzbrady @NextLevelMacon

What is DNA and how does it impact our lives? The Genomics Learning Journeys from @STEMNext Opportunity Fund help youth in #afterschool explore genomics, health, disease, and biotech while learning about careers in the life sciences. Get started: bit.ly/genomicslearni….

Do you have an idea for an innovative program to improve outcomes for #Georgia students but need the funds to implement it? The Innovative Education Fund Grant provides up to $30,000-$50,000 over 12 months for eligible organizations. Apply by March 16: bit.ly/46OaD1g.

#GaBOOST Grantee Spotlight: GENTS & GLAM utilized BOOST funding to replicate its Camp Grow summer programs in neighboring counties. Students also explored new learning opportunities in the areas of aviation, scuba diving and more! Read more: bit.ly/40K9cxa. #OSTStories

Join @readingby3rd for "Parents as Essential Partners: Beating the Odds and Reducing Chronic Absenteeism" on March 10 from 3-4:30 pm EST. This webinar is a part of the CGLR Learning Tuesdays series. Register now: bit.ly/45Gd30z.