Increases in 21st CCLC Funding

Late last year, the U.S. Congress passed $100M increase for the nation's 21st CCLC grant program. Funding now stands at $1.1 billion dollars. What does this mean for Massachusetts? As all of you know, the state saw a steady decline of funding for its efforts from its all time high of $21M. FY07 funding for Massachusetts 21st CCLC efforts stood at $14,406,511. With the additional proposed funds, the Commonwealth is estimated to receive $17,002,191 - an increase of approximately $2.5M. While this is good news, the state still has $4M less for afterschool programs than it did a few years ago.

More information will be forthcoming about how the Department intends to distribute this new funding. Stay tuned for additional details.