About CAP
Values
CAP has worked hard to incorporate these values into our work.
We actively engage all types of out-of-school time programs across Colorado’s unique communities.
Program Inclusivity
We seek out new solutions to the out-of-school-time field’s most pressing challenges.
Innovation & Creativity
We acknowledge and recognize the greatness that exists in Colorado’s out-of-school time community.
Celebration
We promote the use of quality standards across Colorado’s out-of-school time programs.
Program Quality
We champion equity in out-of-school time programs across Colorado to ensure access to high-quality out-of-school time programs for all children and youth.
Accessibility & Equity
We build partnerships with stakeholders at all levels of Colorado’s out-of-school time community.
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Our Mission
To strengthen out-of-school-time programs in Colorado through advocacy for sustainable funding and by supporting afterschool providers with professional development, resources, and recognition.
Our Vision
All children and youth in Colorado have access to high-quality afterschool programming.
Our Work
CAP's
Data Map
CAP's Data Map shows programs available around Colorado, and the deserts lacking any programs at all.
CAP's Advocacy for more funding for Afterschool is in a direct effort to fill these gaps in access.
Advocacy &
Awareness
CAP is part of a 50-State Network with national assistance in acquiring the latest data and outcomes of Afterschool. CAP worked with partners to pass HB-1331 for $3.5 Million for 3 years for Quality, Comprehensive, OST (Afterschool) Programming. CAP supports Lights on Afterschool Events around Colorado. CAP is adding a Youth Advocacy Team to the adult team to collaborate on advocacy events.
Professional Development & Resources
CAP partners with the Colorado
Department of Education to put on the Spring Showcase, Fall Conference, and a regional professional development series. CAP hosts exhibitors at events and on our website, bringing art, STEM, and mental health resources, among many others, to Colorado programs. CAP's Quality Action Team has developed the CAP Quality Guidelines for OST Programs.
Connection to Stakeholders & Other Collaborators
Connections made to peer organizations, funders, local and national resources and support organizations such as Afterschool
Alliance, Denver Afterschool
Alliance, and more.
