Join 7,500 communities and 1 million Americans in celebrating afterschool programs this October 22 at the Afterschool Alliance’s 10th annual Lights On Afterschool! This nationwide rally calls attention to the importance of afterschool programs in keeping kids safe, inspiring them to learn and helping working families. Events range from city-wide rallies with elected officials to science demonstrations, talent shows, community clean-ups and other activities reflecting the innovative enrichment experiences that afterschool programs offer.
Too many children — 14.3 million — are missing out on afterschool opportunities. Participate in Lights On Afterschool and help call attention to this important issue and the need to keep the lights on after school.
To learn more about Lights On Afterschool, register an event, access Event Planning Tools, or find out what is going on in your area on October 22, visit www.afterschoolalliance.org. Those who register will be receive free posters, and their events will be promoted to media and the public. Register in August and you may win 100 CFL light bulbs to use or give away. Lights On Afterschool is a project of the Afterschool Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that all children have access to afterschool programs.
Rivka Burstein-Stern| Field Outreach Coordinator|
rburstein@afterschoolalliance.org
1616 H Street NW, Suite 820, Washington, DC 20006 | phone – 202.347.2030 | fax – 202.347.2092
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