$2 Million Investment to Support Summer Programming for DC Youth

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Families Can Learn About Summer Opportunities at MOST.dc.gov

(Washington, DC) –  Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education (DME) announced more than $2 million in grant funding for 30 nonprofit organizations to expand access to summer programming for District youth. Funded through the 2026 Summer Strong DC Grant Competition and managed by the Office of Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes (OST Office), the investment will provide critical program services to more than 1,300 young people across the District of Columbia.

“Through the Summer Strong DC Grants, we’re continuing to expand both the range of opportunities available and the number of young people we can serve,” said Mayor Bowser. “Our focus is making sure families know these opportunities exist and can access them easily, so every young person has something meaningful to be part of during the summer months.”

Funded programs will offer structured opportunities throughout the summer, connecting more young people to safe, engaging environments while school is out. Following a competitive, independently reviewed process, 30 organizations were selected for awards based on program quality, a demonstrated track record of success, and alignment with community need

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