New York City Networks
Areas Represented:
Coordinating Organizations
There are many coordinating organizations for afterschool programs in New York City.
The Partnership for After-School Education (PASE) is a child-focused organization that promotes and supports quality afterschool programs, particularly those serving young people from underserved communities. In addition to resources, PASE offers professional development opportunities, including an annual conference.
The Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) administers funding streams for afterschool in New York City, including the Comprehensive After School System of New York City (COMPASS) and School’s Out New York City (SONYC). DYCD provides technical assistance for their grantees.
TASC (The After-School Corporation) brings schools and communities together to expand the school day. TASC offers training to COMPASS and SONYC programs.
The New York City Department of Education (DOE) has a 21st CCLC Technical Assistance Resource Center that provides assistance and resources for recipients of 21st Century Community Learning Centers funding.
New York City Listserv
You can sign up for the NYC regional listserv to receive relevant information on events, funding opportunities, and city-specific resources.
“Afterschool has helped me because they have homework help to make sure I fully understand my homework and get it right. They also have activities to help and to entertain me.”