Afterschool Webinars

Every second Friday at noon ET, our own Senior VP of Policy, Erik Peterson, will recap the latest policy developments, what we know (or don’t know!) about how they may impact afterschool and summer programs, and what may be coming up next. Submit your questions in advance so we know what's top of mind for you.

The FY2027 White House budget request proposes eliminating 21st CCLC for the second straight year, cutting NSF by more than half, and consolidating dozens of K-12 programs into a single block grant. This episode breaks down the biggest threats to STEM funding and what the appropriations process means for advocates right now.

Every second Friday at noon ET, our own Senior VP of Policy, Erik Peterson, will recap the latest policy developments, what we know (or don’t know!) about how they may impact afterschool and summer programs, and what may be coming up next. Submit your questions in advance so we know what's top of mind for you.

The federal government is sending a clear and consistent signal: AI readiness must be built across education, workforce, and community systems—at the same time. Join us for a conversation on what that means and how local STEM leaders can act now.

Every second Friday at noon ET, our own Senior VP of Policy, Erik Peterson, will recap the latest policy developments, what we know (or don’t know!) about how they may impact afterschool and summer programs, and what may be coming up next. Submit your questions in advance so we know what's top of mind for you.

In just 30 minutes on the first Thursday of each month, join experts from across the STEM landscape as they provide factual information, practical strategies, and actionable resources to help you navigate the ever-changing world of STEM education, workforce development, policy, and advocacy.

Every second Friday at noon ET, our own Senior VP of Policy, Erik Peterson, will recap the latest policy developments, what we know (or don’t know!) about how they may impact afterschool and summer programs, and what may be coming up next. Submit your questions in advance so we know what's top of mind for you.

The nonprofit revenue landscape has been deeply disrupted by federal retrenchment, and nonprofit organizations in just about every field of endeavor are trying to find their way to a stronger financial future. In this webinar, we will introduce Nonprofit GPS, a new initiative to help organizations make well-informed decisions and navigate business model risks in these disruptive times. We’ll also dig into StrongNonprofits, a library of resources to strengthen your nonprofit financial management, created by The Wallace Foundation in partnership with BDO. Additionally, we'll look ahead to the federal funding landscape in 2026 and learn about the federal funding opportunities that are currently supporting afterschool and summer learning programs.

As fiscal year 2025 closes and 2026 begins, STEM funding timelines and priorities are shifting. Our experts help you wrap up current commitments strategically, navigate critical year-end requirements, and position your organization to capitalize on emerging funding opportunities in the year ahead.