2025 NextUp Network Program Spotlights (By Month)

Each month, we highlight out-of-school time programs in the NextUp Network, which are offered after school or during the summer. These programs are run by local organizations and small businesses, dedicated to serving youth and teaching them tangible tools for the real world. All of these programs have been vetted as quality, safe programs for […]

How Programs Are Selected: Joining the NextUp Network

Applying for the NextUp network for program funding and training

Each year, quality youth development organizations are vetted and selected to receive funding through NextUp for their afterschool and summer programs. Our volunteer Community Evaluators play a crucial role in expanding access to quality afterschool and summer programs for Richmond youth by reviewing all qualifying applications and selecting programming for the following year. Approved programs […]

1819 Paint Night Highlights

Enjoy highlights from Lucille Brown and Elkhardt-Thompson’s Paint Night at NextUp For Parents’ family engagement session.