Preserve educational equity and support for underserved communities

The Department of Education provides crucial funding and oversight for extended day learning programs operated by organizations like the YMCA and Boys and Girls Clubs of America, as well as many federal grants that help families throughout the country. These programs offer essential academic and enrichment opportunities, enabling students to receive additional support and engage in extracurricular activities that foster their overall development and success. They are vital to the success of the students and are vital to the success of families who utilize the programs. Abolishing the Department would jeopardize the financial stability and quality assurance of such vital programs, which serve as a lifeline for countless children and families, particularly in underserved communities. The potential loss of these critical resources would severely undermine educational equity and limit pathways for academic achievement and personal growth.