Take Action at Home

Use these materials to keep the Afterschool Challenge going after you return home.

Send a thank you letter to Congressional offices for your meetings.

Distribute a news release about your trip to Washington, DC for the Afterschool for All Challenge.

Send a letter to the editor of your local paper.

Pitch yourself to a local radio talk show.

Submit a blog about your trip to Washington, DC.

Arrange a site visit during the Congressional recess (tools and sample materials provided).  

Distribute the Afterschool for All petition in your community, or ask leaders and colleagues to sign on.

Visit our Take Action Center for more ideas on what you can do and Key Advocacy Dates for 2008

See our Toolbox for comprehensive guides on marketing afterschool, and reaching policy makers.