Talent is everywhere. Opportunity is not.
Watch our 2025 Congressional Summer Intern, Nabila Chowdhury, share how her summer learning experiences opened doors, created opportunities and changed her life trajectory. Your donation today allows NSLA to help millions of students like Nabila, and hundreds programs across the country like Math Corps.
The National Summer Learning Association works to ensure all of America’s students, regardless of background, income, or zip code, can access and benefit from a high-quality summer learning experience every year.
NSLA News and Updates
Stay up to date on the latest in summer learning policy, programs, and impact. Explore success stories, new research, and national efforts that are shaping brighter summers for kids across the country.
Full Congressional Testimony of Aaron Philip Dworkin, CEO, NSLA on the Importance of Federal Funding for Summer
K-12 Dive, Financial barriers prevented low-income students from accessing summer learning
CT Mirror, Free Summer Camp for More Kids? Murphy Pitches $4B Investment
What I Want to Know Podcast
The Atlantic, How to Solve the Summer-Child-Care Nightmare
Partner Spotlight
Upcoming Events
Join education leaders, community changemakers, and advocates at NSLA events across the country. From national conferences to local workshops, discover how you can help shape the future of summer learning.
2026 Summer Learning Awards
Each year, NSLA and the New York Life Foundation recognizes programs that provide high quality summer learning opportunities to young people in communities across the nation. Since 2005, the New York Life Foundation Excellence in Summer Learning Award, defined by its rigorous application and selection process, has recognized enrollment-based programs that keep children and youth safe, healthy and learning during the critical summer months.
Your Hub for Summer Learning Support
Find toolkits, research, and practical guides designed to help you build high-quality summer programs. Whether you’re a teacher, program leader, policymaker, or parent, our curated resources will help you create meaningful, enriching experiences for every child.
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