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More Big News for NYC Youth and Families!
DYCD is excited to announce 806 new school-based Comprehensive After School System of New York City (COMPASS) programs launching across all five boroughs in fall 2026. This milestone builds on the 121 new programs for community centers announced last month and represents a total of more than 103,000 elementary and middle school seats in all five boroughs.
DYCD is proud to affirm a bold vision for young people, families, and communities across New York City through these Request for Proposals (RFPs). This marks a commitment to ensuring young people have access to safe, welcoming spaces where they can build confidence, discover their talents, and imagine new possibilities, while supporting families and strengthening communities.
These programs advance Mayor Mamdani’s vision for a more equitable, affordable and safe New York City. Through this work, we are strengthening the connection between youth and community development, creating environments where young people are not only supported but empowered to reach their full potential.
COMPASS after-school programs offer young people:
- Free access to safe academics, recreation, enrichment and cultural experiences.
- Opportunities to build skills, confidence and leadership.
- Safe, supportive spaces where they can learn, connect and grow beyond the school day.
- Hands‑on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) learning.
- Stronger social‑emotional support so they can build confidence, strengthen relationships, develop leadership skills and practice problem‑solving.
- Inclusive, welcoming environments.
Click the blue or red icons on the map for current information available on a school-based or community center-based location. Icon descriptions can be found in the key/legend located in the top left corner of the map.
Program locations are subject to change. Applications for programs in fall 2026 will be available via discoverDYCD at a later date.