Out of School Programming

Pierce County is seeking proposals from organizations to provide high-quality out-of-school programming for youth and young adult students ages 11 through 25. The program should provide safe, structured, and enriching opportunities outside traditional school hours, designed to foster academic success, social-emotional development, creative expression, and college and career readiness. The program must prioritize youth and young adults experiencing financial hardship, housing instability, or other systemic challenges. Some key services that may be provided include tutoring, homework support, arts and creative expression, college and career exploration, social-emotional learning, and life skills. The program should also include strategies for reducing barriers to service delivery and participant engagement, such as transportation assistance, program fee subsidies, and culturally responsive engagement. • Academic and enrichment programs • Recreation and social development programs • Screening, referral, and enrollment processes • Community collaboration and partnership • Accessibility and cultural competency • Program evaluation and outcomes measurement