The federal government distributes funds for after-school programs through states and communities. Each program comes with a set of specific rules and regulations as to how the money can be spent, based on the potential impact. After-school programs include evening, weekend, holiday and summer programs. Several types of federal funds exist for after-school programs.
Child Care and Development Fund
The Child Care and Development Fund, or CCDF, provide vouchers to parents or guardians who are in need of child care. The government subsidizes the cost of child care so that low-income families can work without having to pay for day care expenses. States can choose how the funds are spent, including for school-age care or even education programs for after-school providers.
TANF
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) provides financial support for those who have low income. TANF funds can be used to support after-school programs. TANF provides assistance to families so their children can be cared for in their home or in that of relatives. TANF also focuses on ending dependency on government programs by promoting job preparation and work attendance.
21st Century
The 21st Century Community Learning Center is a federal funding source that may only be used for an after-school program. The learning centers provide an opportunity for students to receive tutoring, get help with homework and participate in the arts, music, sports and cultural programs. The 21st Century grant program focuses on support services for children who are in high-poverty, low-performance schools. Competencies include literacy in areas such as reading and math.
Federal Food Programs
Federal food and nutrition programs help cover the cost of snacks and meals for after-school programs. Nutrition assistance programs provide children from low-income families with food, education on nutrition and a well-balanced diet. The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is an assisted meal program to provide low-cost lunches, free lunches and free snacks. A special milk program is also available so children in schools and child care programs can serve students milk.
Drug-Free Schools
The Safe and Drug-Free Schools Act provides grants to support before- and after-school programs that encourage drug-free programs and violence-free lifestyles. There are recreational, educational, cultural, and art programs provided for school-age participants. Safe Schools/Healthy Students also provides funding for school districts and communities for drug-free schools so students can thrive and avoid engaging in destructive behavior.
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