Funding Solutions

A collection of templates, tip sheets, reports, and handouts to help states maximize opportunities related to the American Rescue Plan (ARP). The most recent and popular tools are featured at the top. Find graphics related to this topic on the Graphics and Social Content page.

Featured Tools

This new toolkit helps to make the case for funding OST programs in your state with materials for different audiences.

This factsheet tracks the investments that states are making in afterschool and summer learning, as well as the impact of these programs.

A new national survey of afterschool program providers found that programs are providing critical support for youth through pandemic relief funds but are facing staffing and cost challenges. 

Guidance and tools to help networks engage SEAs and make the case for using ARP funds to support afterschool and summer. Includes how to develop your asks, resources about funding, materials from other states, and a sample letter to the state commissioner of education. The Afterschool Alliance team will continue to add tools as they’re developed.

Tips and templates to help you plan and execute a successful site visit.

More Resources

Find more resources and state examples in the Funding Solutions & ARP Resources Google Drive.