PASA releases AfterZone requests for proposals (RFP)  twice a year.

If you have never been an AfterZone program provider, joining the AfterZone's network of quality practioners is a great way to bring your organization's valuable programming to even more middle school youth. It's also a unique opportunity to particpate in dynamic professional development opportunities that will improve your staff's practice.

To support its AfterZone program providers, PASA offers program grants that typically range from $1200-$3500.  Funding for AfterZone programs comes from a combination of private and federal sources.

Program grants are awarded by a grant review committee and are based on successful proposals. To apply, program providers are required to meet the following criteria:

• Proof of the applicant's 501(c)(3) status or a for-profit agency in good standing with the IRS
• Proof of liability insurance of up to $1 million with the Providence After School Alliance listed as additionally insured
• Dynamic curriculum
• Instructors with demonstrable youth development skills and experience 

If you are interested in becoming a new AfterZone program provider, PASA staff will provide an overview of how to prepare for and navigate the proposal submission process during two technical assistance sessions in conjunction with RFP release.

All applicants are required to complete their proposals using www.youthservices.net/PASA. 

Our RFP for the fall, 2013 AfterZone will be found at www.youthservices.net/PASA.  You can also sign up for PASA's e-news to get RFP alerts.

Be a Hub Program Provider!

The Hub's Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELOs) initiative provides an opportunity for high school students to earn graduation credit beyond school hours for participating in after-school programs, internships, and other community-based programs.

PASA issues requests for proposals for ELO program providers here twice a year.  

To support its Hub program providers, PASA offers program stipends to offset administrative costs associated with planning, professional development, and administrative tasks. 

ELO programs are chosen by a committee consisting of PPSD staff and community members. To apply, program providers are required to meet the following criteria:

• Proof of the applicant's 501(c)(3) status or a for-profit agency in good standing with the IRS
• Proof of liability insurance of up to $1 million with the Providence After School Alliance listed as additionally insured
• Dynamic curriculum
• Instructors with demonstrable youth development skills and experience 

If you are interested in becoming a new Hub program provider, PASA staff will provide an overview of how to prepare for and navigate the proposal submission process during two technical assistance sessions in conjunction with RFP release.

There are no Hub RFPs at this time. Please check back or sign up for PASA's e-news to get RFP alerts.