by Olivia Camarena | Feb 1, 2024 | Nonprofit Operations & Governance
Establishing a board for youth programs isn’t just a procedural step; it’s a strategic move toward ensuring that your program achieves its fullest potential, navigating challenges and leveraging opportunities. Whether you’re just starting to form a...
by Olivia Camarena | Jan 25, 2024 | Program Quality & Curriculum
After-school programs play a pivotal role in the overall development of the diverse communities they serve. More importantly, they are essential for providing developmental opportunities beyond the academic realm, such as in the fields of arts and sports. Undoubtedly,...
by Olivia Camarena | Jan 25, 2024 | Families & Community
Each after-school program is a unique entity with its own benefits and differences. Yet, when seen as part of the broader educational industry of after-school education, we can point out common benefits for the students, and in the long run, for the whole community in...
by Olivia Camarena | Jan 8, 2024 | Brand Stories, Success Stories
In the heart of the city, the Detroit Police Department Explorers Program has served as a vital bridge between the youth in the community and Law Enforcement. With a history dating back to 1972, the Explorers Program has taught interpersonal skills and leadership...
by Olivia Camarena | Dec 20, 2023 | Brand Stories, Success Stories
Before Playworks, there was Sports for Kids, a nonprofit born in the Bay Area, California. They didn’t know it back then, more than 20 years ago, but what started as a way to address the need for guided play during recess and playtime in schools evolved into the...
