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The Ask:
Tell your Iowa members of Congress how important afterschool is to your community!
The Why:
- Iowa has 4 kids waiting for every 1 kid who gets a spot in a program.
- Kids in afterschool and summer programs have better grades, are more likely to graduate, and even earn higher incomes with better jobs as adults.
- Our local communities - from schools to libraries to summer camps - rely on this federal funding.
- Nearly 9 in 10 voters say that quality, affordable afterschool and summer programs help parents work and strengthen the economy.
- Lack of afterschool costs U.S. businesses up to $300 BILLION a year.
Script for calling (Calling works best!)
Hi, my name is [Your Name], and I live in [City], Iowa. I’m reaching out to ask [Rep./Sen. Name] to protect funding for afterschool. These programs are a lifeline for kids and families across our state—providing a safe, supportive place for more than 11,000 young people to learn, grow, and thrive after school and during the summer.
These programs:
- Help students succeed in school and life
- Support working families
- Boost our local workforce and economy
Iowa’s youth deserve the chance to shine—thank you for helping protect their future.
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