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• Today, I’m urging my reps in Congress to protect kids after school and reject proposals to eliminate federal funding for local afterschool and summer programs nationwide. We need more, not less, afterschool and summer programs! #AfterschoolWorks Will you join me? www.afterschoolalliance.org/challenge.cfm

• The President’s budget proposes eliminating dedicated federal funding for local afterschool and summer programs. 1 in 5 children may lose their programs nationwide. Join me in telling Congress #AfterschoolWorks www.afterschoolalliance.org/challenge.cfm

• 1 in 5 children nationwide may lose their afterschool programs if Congress does not stop the President’s call to cut all dedicated federal funding for local afterschool and summer programs. These programs keep kids safe and learning. Kids in afterschool do better in school, are more likely to graduate, and land better jobs! Parents get peace of mind and a stronger ability to provide for their families. Tell Congress to save afterschool! www.afterschoolalliance.org/challenge.cfm #AfterschoolWorks

The Afterschool Alliance has launched a campaign, AfterschoolWorksforAmerica.org, to help get the word out and engage the public in saving afterschool and summer program funding.

• Use their tools to email Congress

• Share on social media

• Spread the word to your networks

Every voice can make a difference. Let's collectively create a change for our children, families, and communities across Virginia and our nation. They deserve access to these programs.