Oct.1, 2024

We are sharing some resources from APOST that may assist you in your application for Building Opportunities for Out-of-School Time (BOOST) funding. 

BOOST Information and Supports from APOST

APOST encourages all eligible organizations to apply for BOOST funding! Because this is the first implementation, we’re all learning as we go, and APOST wants to provide space for everyone to share our learnings about the application process. 

Application Assistance
If you’re eligible for BOOST funding and interested in receiving application support, complete APOST's interest form by Tuesday, Oct 1 at 12 p.m.

Webinars (hosted by APOST): 
Thurs. Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 24 from 11 a.m.  - 12 p.m.

These webinars are open to anyone and will provide opportunities for shared learning and support about the application process. 

Letters of Support

Request deadline: Oct. 18, 5 p.m.

One of the funding priorities for BOOST FY2024-25 is for applicants that are integrating trauma-informed approaches into their professional development. In 2025 and 2026, part of APOST's professional development offerings will include trauma-informed training for out-of-school time (OST) providers. If you are applying for BOOST and would like to receive a letter of support from APOST for your BOOST application, please email APOST at apostpgh@gmail.com by 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18. 

BOOST Funding Survey

APOST invites OST partners to complete this survey to help them understand utilization of BOOST funding.

Resources from PCCD

BOOST Funding Information and Webinar for Applicants

We are excited to announce the release of the FY 2024-25 Building Opportunities for Out-of-School Time (BOOST) funding! With $11.5 million available in state Violence Intervention and Prevention funding, BOOST grants will support programs that provide structured OST activities for at-risk school-age youth. 

Informational Webinar for Applicants

Hosted by Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD)

Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024, 3-4 p.m.

Related Documents:

• BOOST Funding Announcement (PDF).
• Proposal Narrative and Budget Template (Word).
• Electronic Submittal Form.
• SurveyMonkey Questions (PDF).

Deadline to Apply for Funding: Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, 8 p.m. (ET)

Unsure if you’re eligible for BOOST funds? Check out and work through the PCCD Grant Applicant Readiness Checklist.

Questions regarding BOOST funding and applications can be sent to 
ra-cd-vipgrants@pa.gov with “BOOST FA” in the subject line. 

Responses to all questions will be posted on PCCD’s Funding Announcement webpage.

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