04/13/2026
This is an exciting milestone for afterschool programs and the children and families they serve across Utah, including our 11 afterschool sites in Granite School District. We are encouraged to see this level of support and investment in expanding opportunities for youth statewide. 👏🏼
The Utah Afterschool Network team is excited to share that, thanks to your continued support, outreach, and advocacy, we have secured $2.9 million to expand access to afterschool programs across the state!
This appropriations request, sponsored by Representative Angela Romero, received strong support from the Economic and Community Development Committee during the 2026 legislative session.
These funds will be released later this spring as a competitive grant, administered by UAN, to support programs in the FY 2026–27 school year. We are currently working with the state TANF office to finalize the scope and requirements, and will share updates on the request for proposals as soon as they are available. No additional details are available at this time.
After years of advocacy, program visits, and support from youth, families, community members, and state and local leaders, this represents a major win for afterschool programs in Utah!
Thank you for helping make this possible!
