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After‑school, summer and youth workforce programs seek base funding to expand access
Summary
Multiple speakers asked the Appropriations Committees to fully fund the After School and Summer Special Fund, increase mentoring funding, and include $2.5 million for the Serve, Learn, Earn workforce collaborative in FY26.
Nonprofit providers and program directors urged the Appropriations Committees to preserve and expand investments in after‑school, summer and youth workforce programs.
Nicole Miller of Vermont After School asked the committees to support the governor's proposal to fully fund the After School and Summer Special Fund, arguing that consistent participation in after‑school programs yields long‑term benefits for youth. "We do not yet have…
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