Richmond’s 2025 Out‑of‑School Time (OST) Landscape Summary
Following the initial 2024 OST Landscape Study, NextUp partnered with The Learning Agenda to conduct a deeper analysis of program capacity across Richmond’s out-of-school time (OST) expanded learning system. This second study reflects feedback and data from 150+ youth-serving organizations operating nearly 500 afterschool and summer programs across the City of Richmond. Key Takeaways 1. […]
Richmond’s 2024 Out‑of‑School Time (OST) Landscape Summary
In 2024, Richmond nonprofit NextUp and research partner Hunleys for Humankind conducted a comprehensive OST landscape survey. Over 400 local providers were contacted; 98 responded, along with feedback from 30 providers, 10 parents, and 10 youth (aged 14–19). This report offers a rich snapshot of out‑of‑school time opportunities, program gaps, and community needs across Richmond. Study Objectives […]
Youth Voice in Action: Program Survey Results FY2025
Youth Voice in Action: Program Survey Results FY2025 NextUp not only increases access to afterschool and summer programs, but we also use assessment tools to monitor continuous program quality improvement, safety, and more. When we talk about the quality and safety of programs, it reaches far beyond compliance and keeping youth occupied. We want to […]
