RESOURCES FOR PROVIDERS
Here you will find resources for OST providers including grant application information, help navigating city and state guidelines and more.
America After 3 PM Report
The National After School Alliance's report detailing nation wide OST statistics. Includes quantitative highlights showing the benefits of OST around the country, as well as the challenges providers currently face.
PA Return On Investment Study
This report, created by a joint state government commission is a review of afterschool and out-of-school time (OST) programs in Pennsylvania, focusing on the funding, data, outcomes and return on investment that they provide to participants and the Commonwealth overall. The study extensively reviews the increases in positive behaviors and the decreases in negative behaviors that are shown by OST participants.
PSAYDN Advocacy and Communications Toolkit
This toolkit from the Pennsylvania Statewide Afterschool and Youth Development Network PSAYDN guides afterschool supporters on how to advocate for their programs. It includes the following:
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Fact sheets focused on Pennsylvania advocacy information, Pennsylvania After 3PM, and afterschool and youth development strategies
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Federal and state advocacy budget timelines
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Media outreach and tips to help effectively advocate for your program
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Sample communications templates to help advocate your program