NextUp RVA

Fiscal Year 2023 - 2024 was a record-high year for NextUp, thanks to your support! We have much to share about the impact you helped make from July 2023 through July 2024 and the initiatives we’re working towards this new fiscal year. After watching this introductory video from NextUp CEO, Traymanesha Lamy, Ph.D., you can review our Impact Report here: https://lnkd.in/eBYyBANG

The momentum is building for?#GivingTuesday?with NextUp! Thanks to the generosity of now two NextUp supporters, Troy Dye and Kevin Smith, up to $10,000 in donations will be matched on Giving Tuesday. Will you help us meet Troy and Kevin’s match to raise a total of $20,000 on Tuesday, December 3? As a reminder, you can donate early at nextuprva.org/donate and leave a comment in the form to let us know it’s for Giving Tuesday! There are also NAP credits available for year-end giving, plus NextUp accepts Gifts of Stock.

Did you hear we're hiring a Quality and Compliance Manager? If you or someone you know is interested, visit nextuprva.org/careers for more information and application instructions. Applications for this position are due this Friday, November 22!

Know someone who may be interested in our open Quality and Compliance Manager Role? We’re seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Quality and Compliance Manager to lead the development and implementation of a robust monitoring and evaluation framework for our program provider network. More information and application instructions can be found in the link below!

Giving Tuesday is coming up on Tuesday, December 3, and YOU can support out-of-school time initiatives in Richmond by donating to NextUp! A big thanks to NextUp Board Member and avid supporter, Troy Dye, for matching up to $5,000 in donations.?Will you help us meet Troy's match and raise a total of $10,000 on Giving Tuesday? Save the date as a reminder to give on December 3: Add to iCalendar or Outlook: https://lnkd.in/eVZHTfmF Add to Google Calendar: https://lnkd.in/eUS22hjW.

Congratulations to Dr. Danny TK Avula on your mayoral win! NextUp is looking forward to working with you to increase access to quality out-of-school time opportunities in the City of Richmond.

Exciting news! NextUp is looking for a Quality and Compliance Manager?to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. Learn more about the position and how to apply at nextuprva.org/careers/.

Mayorathon was definitely a BOP and we appreciate all candidates sharing their stances on important issues and questions from our Richmond community. The NextUp staff had the opportunity to keep time and greet attendees at the door before sitting in. As part of our policy and advocacy work, NextUp also served as a co-chair on this year's Children and Families Subcommittee alongside the YWCA, Thrive Birth to Five, Peter Paul RVA, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond, YMCA of Greater Richmond, Greater Richmond Fit4Kids, and Higher Achievement Richmond. What a great turn out for #Mayorathon and positive discussion about hopes for our city’s future. Don’t forget to #VOTE on Tuesday, November 5. Polls open at 6 AM and close at 7 PM! As long as you are in line by 7 PM, you will be able to vote. Andreas Addison Danny TK Avula Michelle Mosby Maurice Neblett Harrison Roday

?? NextUp News Spot - Lights On Afterschool Richmond Thank you Emily Yinger and the 12 News on Your Side team for featuring #LightsOnAFterSchool Richmond and MLK Harvest Fest in this weekend's news! Lights On Afterschool, a national rally for afterschool programs, was brought to life locally by afterschool intermediary NextUp in Partnership with Communities in Schools Richmond's MLK Harvest Fest. During this Community Resource Fair, 500+ RPS youth and families connected with out-of-school time programs and community organizations. Most programs operate within Richmond Public Schools, making the transition from the last class of the day to out-of-school activities seamless. Programs cater to a wide range of interests, including: ? Sports ?? STEM ?? Arts ?? Leadership ?? Career Readiness 650+ meals and snacks were distributed to attendees amidst the fun and activities!

Our Richmond community SHOWED UP for??Lights On Afterschool and ??MLK Harvest Fest this past Saturday! 500+ RPS youth and families enjoyed games, meals, meaningful messages from community representatives, and the opportunity to connect with 60+ out-of-school programs and community organizations. Many thanks to Levar Stoney, 6th District Councilwoman Ellen Robertson, 7th District Councilwoman Cynthia Newbille, MLK School Board Representative Dr. Shonda Matia Harris-Muhammed, 4th District Schoolboard Representative Garrett Sawyer, Principal Inett Dabney of Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School, and NextUp CEO Dr. Traymanesha Lamy, Ph.D. for engaging with attendees and sharing your excitement for Richmond's growing out-of-school time impact. This event would not be possible without the incredible OST programs and community organizations who work diligently to provide enrichment opportunities to youth and families. A special thanks to Communities In Schools of Richmond, Higher Achievement- Henderson Middle School, the Mayor's Youth Academy, The Boys & Girls Club of Metro Richmond, Richmond Parks and Recreation, Girls on the Run of Greater Richmond, YMCA of Greater Richmond, and all programs in attendance for your partnership in this event! We'll be posting more about #LightsOnAfterschool (in a national partnership with Afterschool Alliance) this week to keep the party going. Stay tuned!