by Emily Barnes | Jun 23, 2023 | Program Spotlight
Girls Build Solutions is the showcase event of STEM Next’s Million Girls Moonshot, an initiative to engage 1 million more girls in STEM through afterschool and summer programs. This event takes place in the heart of Georgia–Atlanta from June 26th through the 28th...
by Emily Barnes | May 24, 2023 | Program Spotlight
When we talk about the Center for Social Entrepreneurship, we have to talk about the amazing Bill and Lillian M. Cooley Youth Entrepreneurship and Tech Center. This facility has it all from state-of-the-art classrooms to a wellness studio to a hydroponic garden....
by David Cutrano | Apr 7, 2023 | Program Spotlight
Afterschool and summer programming provide a vital service to our communities–through education and outreach they’re able to uplift and empower families and whole neighborhoods starting with the children. One great example of a program to emulate is Operation...
by Emily Barnes | Dec 19, 2022 | Program Spotlight
We Will Go originated as a grassroots community outreach organization led by founders David and Amy Lancaster in 2000. The couple had planned to relocate overseas to fulfill ministry outreach, but their hearts were called to serve needs within the Jackson community....
by Emily Barnes | Nov 17, 2022 | Program Spotlight, Summer Learning
Afterschool programming enriches students’ lives and fosters creativity and alternative learning opportunities while strengthening community. This month’s spotlight program is the Greater Jackson Arts Council (GJAC) and their Arts Infusion Program, which...