After-School Program
Together We Can Make A Difference
Our After-School program occurs every weekday throughout the traditional school year calendar. Through activities that are both educational and fun, the After-School program helps youth achieve academic success and develop life skills.
Public Notice of Intent to Apply
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Durham and Orange Counties are pleased to announce our intent to apply for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant through the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI).
Date of Notice: November 9, 2026
Cohort: Cohort 19
Program Overview
If awarded, the grant will provide federal funding to establish or expand community learning centers that operate during out-of-school hours (such as after-school and summer programs). The primary goals of the proposed program include:
- Academic Support: academic tutoring, homework assistance, and skills-based learning aligned with the North Carolina Standard Course of Study.
- Enrichment Opportunities: Broad services, programs, and activities that provide youth with quality enrichment activities such as STEM, arts enrichment, character development, nutrition, and physical recreation.
- Family Engagement: Workshops, educational resources, and activities designed to actively involve families in their children’s education.
Target Schools/Communities
The proposed program intends to serve students and families at the following location(s):
- YE Smith Elementary
- Reaching All Minds Academy
- Lowe’s Grove Middle
Contact Information
For questions, comments, or more information regarding the proposed 21st CCLC grant application, please call 919-687-4517