JOIN CA3:
Protect & Grow Expanded Learning Programs in California
The California Afterschool Advocacy Alliance (CA3) is the statewide voice for expanded learning (afterschool and summer) programs. Our coalition represents the interests of the children, youth, and their families who rely on publicly funded expanded learning programs throughout California, as well as the vibrant and dynamic workforce that makes these programs so special. Learn more about CA3, including a list of current members.
“By participating in CA3, LA’s BEST has been able to expand our capacity to advocate for expanded learning, which has ultimately led to significantly increased resources for our organization. As a direct service provider, it’s so challenging to have the capabilities needed to effectively advocate - CA3 provides expertise, coordination and connects us with other providers and advocates so we can link arms and speak up for children and families in a loud, clear and unified voice.”
CA3 Membership Tiers
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Anyone committed to high-quality expanded learning in California can join as an Individual Member and will receive:
Regular updates on relevant issues and actions to take
The opportunity to participate in CA3 advocacy by responding to calls to action, attending statewide advocacy days, and sharing relevant information with media, local, state, and federal officials
No cost
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Any organization focused on providing opportunities for students in California to grow, learn, and develop outside the regular instructional day is eligible to join as an Organizational Member and will receive:
Access to monthly CA3 meetings
Regular updates on relevant issues and actions to take
The opportunity to participate in CA3 advocacy by responding to calls to action, attending statewide advocacy days, and sharing relevant information with media, local, state, and federal officials
Guidance and templates to make advocacy easy to participate in
Membership Dues:
Annual budget under $500K — $250/year
Annual budget $500K-$1M — $500/year
Annual budget above $1M — $1,000/year
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Organizations dedicated to growing and strengthening the field of expanded learning in California, who function to build systems, increase capacity, improve the field, and/or advocate for increased resources are eligible to join as an Intermediary/Advocate Member and will receive:
All Organizational Membership benefits outlined above
Invitations to participate in select Steering Committee meetings
The opportunity to review and provide feedback to the vision and agenda for statewide expanded learning advocacy
The opportunity to co-brand and co-host statewide expanded learning advocacy events and resources
Tailored resources to pass on to their networks to spread the word about expanded learning advocacy
Intermediary/Advocacy Members Commit to:
Actively participate in CA3 advocacy by responding to calls to action, attending statewide advocacy days, doing media outreach, and sharing relevant information with local, state, and federal officials
Participate in scheduled CA3 meetings
Coordinate and communicate with CA3 regarding any and all statewide advocacy related to expanded learning
Membership Dues: $7,500/year
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Organizations are eligible for Steering Committee Membership if they are direct service providers that receive state funding for expanded learning programs. Annual dues are based on a sliding scale according to the amount of state funding for expanded learning each organization receives.
Steering Committee Members Receive:
All Organizational Membership benefits outlined above
The opportunity to set the vision and agenda for statewide expanded learning advocacy
Input on CA3 policies including membership, budget, and strategic plans
Steering Committee Members Commit to:
Pay membership dues on a timely basis, according to a sliding scale based on the amount of state funding their organization receives for expanded learning
Actively participate in CA3 advocacy by responding to calls to action (writing letters, placing phone calls, posting on social media, etc.), attending statewide advocacy days, doing media outreach, and sharing relevant information with local, state, and federal officials
Help recruit new members to CA3
Review and approve new Steering Committee members
Participate in scheduled CA3 general and Steering Committee calls and meetings
Host site visits for elected officials and other key stakeholders
Coordinate and communicate with CA3 regarding any and all statewide advocacy related to expanded learning
Membership dues are based on amount of state funding received for expanded learning:
Under $5M in state funding — $5,000/year
$5M-10M in state funding — $10,000/year
$10M-15M in state funding — $15,000/year
$15M-20M in state funding — $20,000/year
$20M-25M in state funding — $25,000/year
$25M-30M in state funding — $30,000/year
$30M-35M in state funding — $35,000/year
$35M-40M in state funding — $40,000/year
$40M-45M in state funding — $45,000/year
$45M+ in state funding — $50,000/year
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School districts or any publicly funded school is eligible to join as a Local Educational Agency member and will receive:
All Basic Membership benefits outlined above
Regular updates on how statewide expanded learning policy affects LEA funding
The opportunity to influence statewide expanded learning policy
The opportunity to have local programs and schools showcased for a statewide audience
Access to LEA peers from across the state.
Local Educational Agency Members Commit to:
Respond to requests for feedback on expanded learning policy and budget issues
Participate in occasional focus groups and/or other convenings
No cost
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In addition to membership dues, all members are invited to consider contributing to the CA3 Sponsorship Fund, designed to increase the capacity of CA3 to provide critical services like lobbying, communications, polling, etc. Sponsorship contributions can vary from year to year based on organizational capacity and need.