The New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), in consultation with the New York State Education Department invites eligible school districts and not-for-profit community-based organizations to submit proposals for the establishment and/or expansion of quality after-school programs for the Empire State After-School Program (ESAP). Among the ESAP objectives, programs should provide opportunities for academic enrichment, offer students a broad array of additional services, programs, and activities, and offer students’ families opportunities for active and meaningful engagement in their children’s education. The proposal submission deadline is June 27, 2018 by 3:00 pm ET. For additional key dates and information, visit OCFS' website.

The Department of Youth and Community Development has released two Request for Proposals (RFP) for the COMPASS Elementary and SONYC Middle School programs. Organizations prequalified in the relevant service areas will be able to view and apply through the Accelerator system. COMPASS Elementary programs seek to promote positive youth development, foster social and emotional skills, and encourage youth leadership through engaging activities that incorporate hands-on learning in safe, welcoming environments. SONYC programs encourage youth to pursue their passions and develop new interests with support from qualified and caring adults. They offer participants opportunities to experience the joy of learning outside the classroom while fostering social, emotional, and cognitive skills. Attend an optional pre-proposal conference to learn more. The proposal due date for both RFPs is July 10, 2018 at 2:00 pm.