SC Afterschool Alliance's mission is to raise awareness, increase sustainability, and promote the importance of high quality afterschool and summer programs.
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South Carolina organizations offer thousands of outstanding after school programs for our youth. Whether you’re looking for tutoring or a sports camp, we can help you find the right fit for your child.
Find a Program NowAfter school programs are proven to help create better students and better employees later in life. We support a broad range of programs to ensure that SC students are taken care of after school and enriched through diverse experiences.
Read About After School ProgramsWe offer funding opportunities, raise awareness, and advocate on behalf of our over 1400 members. Help us make after school programs stronger in South Carolina and join the network.
Join NowWe partner with research organizations to compile and provide the best resources for you. Check out our wealth of resources to help increase the quality & sustainability of your program.
Get InformedYou can affect positive change. Partner with us as we raise awareness and show the importance of after school programs and the positive impact they have on our children and state.
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April 16, 2026, 4-5 PM. Afterschool and summer programs can make DNA Day an exciting hands-on learning experience for youth. Join this free educator webinar on April 16 to explore ready-to-use DNA activities, free resources, and simple facilitation tips that help bring genomics learning to life across grade levels and learning settings. No advanced science…
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This co-authored op-ed was originally published in The Post and Courier on March 28, 2026. It highlights the growing challenges South Carolina families face in securing affordable, accessible summer and afterschool opportunities — and the urgent need for stronger public investment in programs that support children, working families, and the state’s workforce. Read the original…
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