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Support the Philadelphia OST Coalition
Join POSTC In Advocating for Permanent OST Funding in PA!
In Pennsylvania, every $1 invested in out-of-school time programs saves $6.69 by decreasing the high school dropout rate, teen pregnancy, substance use, and crime!
Join The Philadelphia Out-of-School Time Coalition (POSTC) and show your support for youth development by signing our petition to advocate for permanent state-wide funding for Out-of-School Time programs!
Why is this important?
From the PA Statewide Afterschool and Youth Development Network:
Afterschool and summer learning programs provide transformative learning experiences that help young people discover what they love to do and reach their full potential. These programs give parents peace of mind because they know their kids are safe and engaged in fun learning opportunities.
Decades of research prove afterschool helps kids attend school more often, get better grades, and build foundational skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
ABOUT POSTC
POSTC (Philadelphia Out-of-School Time Coalition) is a group of Philadelphia OST providers who joined together in 2019 to share resources and advocate for youth, family, and provider needs at the City, state, and federal level.