A statewide network dedicated to ensuring all MN Youth have access to high-quality afterschool and summer learning opportunities #AfterschoolSuccess
Minnesota, USA
Joined January 2014
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💡 Big ideas start with real-world problems!
There’s still time for youth to turn their ideas into solutions through the AI Innovation Challenge.
📅Due Nov 19th. Don’t miss the opportunity!
🔗Get started: stemnext.org/ai-innovation-c…
#AIInnovationChallenge #STEMNext #Afterschool
The 2026 Community in Nature Prize Challenge still open!
🏆 Win prizes of up to $5,000!
📅Due Dec 10th, 2026.
Gather a team of at least 10 youth and get started!
🔗 Learn more & sign up: bit.ly/4yto9TE
#CommunityInNatureChallenge #STEMNext #Afterschool #STEMCareers
🚀Join the 2027 STEM Next Flight Crew!
Applications close Tomorrow Oct 29th.
Know a teen ages 13–18 with experience in afterschool or summer STEM?
✈️Encourage a young STEM leader to apply today!
🔗 bit.ly/4xPaYvz
#STEMNext #Afterschool #STEMEducation #YouthLeadership
Registration is Open for M3 Huddles 2027!
Join a facilitated workshop where program teams use data to plan meaningful improvements for afterschool and summer learning.
Turn your Data into action!
Learn more & Register now at igniteafterschool.org/M3
#M3Huddle #IgniteAfterschool
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These young stars at Jerry Gamble Boys & Girls Club joined the #LightbulbChallenge
Let’s keep the light shining for our youth and the programs that help them thrive!
#LightsOnAfterschool #LightbulbChallenge #AfterschoolPrograms #EveryStudentShines
💡 Yesterday, our team visited Jerry Gamble Boys & Girls Club to celebrate #LightsOnAfterschool! 💛
Let’s continue shining the lights on the power of Afterschool programs and the difference they make in the lives of young people and families.
#LightsOnAfterschool
TODAY IS THE DAY: Lights On Afterschool is here!
3 ways you can celebrate:
1.💡 Take the #LightbulbChallenge
2. 🎨 Get creative with lightbulb artwork
3. 📍 Find and attend a local Lights On Afterschool event
💛Join the movement! 🔗 shorturl.at/Xvnhn
#LightsOnAfterschool
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Calling all afterschool programs serving high schoolers! The AI Innovation Challenge (STEM Next and Panasonic Foundation) invites youth in afterschool and out-of-school programs to tackle real-world problems. Compete for up to $5,000. LEARN MORE: bit.ly/4i3Dchn
💡HAPPENING TOMORROW!💡
LOA is This Thursday October 22, 2026!
3 ways you can celebrate:
💡 Take the #LightbulbChallenge
🎨 Get creative with lightbulb artwork
📍 Find & attend a local LOA event
💛Join the movement!
🔗 shorturl.at/Xvnhn
#LightsOnAfterschool
#LightsOnAfterschool Challenge!💡
Our staff take on the #LightBulbChallenge & now we’re challenging YOU!
📸Turn on your Poses, snap a pic & share how you’re lighting the way for youth.
More info & Join the movement
shorturl.at/Xvnhn
#LightBulbChallenge #IgniteAfterschool
Registration is still open for Presenter & Vendor!
Interested in presenting a workshop or hosting a resource table/vendor space? There are still spots available.
Reserve your Spot Today: shorturl.at/vs7D5
#YouthWork #YouthWorkers #CommunityConnection #NonprofitEvents
💡3 DAYS AWAY!💡
Lights On Afterschool is This Week Oct 22, 2026!
3 ways you can celebrate:
💡 Take the #LightbulbChallenge
🎨 Get creative with lightbulb artwork
📍 Find and attend a local LoA event
💛Join the movement!
🔗 shorturl.at/Xvnhn
#LightsOnAfterschool #LOA2026
Young people deserve opportunities to connect, build skills, find mentors, and thrive in real life. Join the Fund IRL Minnesota Coalition to help ensure youth well-being remains a priority.
Sign up & Join the Coalition: shorturl.at/6u1jW
#FundIRLMN #AfterschoolMatters #MN
💡 1 WEEK AWAY! 💡
Join communities nationwide for the Annual Lights On Afterschool celebration!
3 ways to celebrate:
💡 Take the #LightbulbChallenge
🎨 Get creative with lightbulbs
📍 Find a local Lights On Afterschool event
shorturl.at/Xvnhn
#LightsOnAfterschool
Young people deserve opportunities to thrive both online and offline. Ignite Afterschool is proud to share this effort to help ensure Minnesota invests in youth well-being.
Learn more and sign the petition:
🔗 igniteafterschool.org/fund-i…
#FundIRL #Afterschool #MinnesotaYouth
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Meta has agreed to pay $17.1 billion to settle claims about the mental health harms of social media use—and the settlement names afterschool programs as a recommended use of the funds. We've compiled resources to help advocates seize this opportunity: bit.ly/3W0fZnm
Know a teen passionate about STEM and ready to inspire others?
📣 Help spread the word to teens, families, educators, and community partners!
📅 Applications open through Oct 29, 2026.
🔗 Learn more and apply: stemnext.org/flight-crew/app…
#STEMNext #FlightCrew
The 2026 Community in Nature Prize Challenge is open!
Participating programs can win:
• Three 1st-place: $5,000
• Three 2nd-place: $3,000
• Six 3rd-place: $1,000
Due Dec 10th, 2026.
Learn more and sign up: bit.ly/4yto9TE
#CommunityInNatureChallenge #STEMNext
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Yeah! ✨ We’re so excited to have Grammy-winning artist @Usher back for the 3rd year in a row as honorary chair of Lights On Afterschool—a nationwide day of action celebrating the impact of afterschool programs on October 22nd. Learn more and get involved: bit.ly/3W3zF9U
PARTNERS Youth Worker Conference2026
Registration Still Open!
📅 Nov 17, 2026 | 9AM–3:30PM
📍 Humphrey Conference Center, Minneapolis
🎟️ Free admission | Lunch provided | In person
Register today! shorturl.at/1UmCf
