DYCD Announces the 2026 COMPASS RFP Center-based Awardees
Awardees have been announced for 121 new Comprehensive After School System of New York City (COMPASS) programs launching in community centers across all five boroughs in Fall 2026.
Saturday Night Lights (SNL)
Saturday Night Lights (SNL)
Saturday Night Lights (SNL)
Saturday Night Lights (SNL) is a citywide program, led by the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and community partners, that provides young people with year-round free, exceptional sports programs on Saturday nights.
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