"Federal Funding Freeze Threatens After-School Programs for Millions of Students A coalition of providers is sounding the alarm as the start of the new school year looms, with many after-school programs and services on the brink of collapse due to a sudden and unexpected cutoff of federal funding. The abrupt withdrawal of financial support has left organizations scrambling to find alternative sources of revenue, putting the futures of programs that provide critical care and support to millions of students at risk. The coalition, comprised of community groups, schools, and non-profit organizations, is urging lawmakers to restore the funding and prevent a devastating impact on the lives of children and families who rely on these vital services. As the deadline for the start of the school year approaches, the clock is ticking for policymakers to act and ensure that these essential programs can continue to operate."
Providers say after-school programs and other services for the coming school year are threatened without the federal money, which was abruptly withheld. By Sarah Mervosh Education reporter A coalition ...
