While looking forward is a vital component to our success, remembering where we’ve been (and the heroes who made it possible) ensures we never lose our way. Ellen Clippinger, our founder, remembers Nancy Mallon, whose spirit and leadership helped create the foundation of AYS. Nancy Mallon: a superior leader/organizer and technology expert, a believer in the AYS mission, and a true friend of … [Read more...] about A Tribute to Nancy Mallon
Growing Together
The new school year is just around the corner! As kids exchange their sunglasses and sunscreen for backpacks and books, we reflect on this past year’s successes and focus on opportunities for future growth. Our team is particularly proud of our organization’s adaptability and commitment to our mission of supporting the children and families of our community. While providing this … [Read more...] about Growing Together
For Our Community
We're almost to the light at the end of the tunnel. Summer is finally on the horizon. Kids are itching to get a break from school, parents are itching to get a break from their kids, and we are itching to give kids the fun and engaging break they need while allowing parents to enter the "chill zone" (in case you've been keeping up with our Summer Enrichment campaign). Although things are … [Read more...] about For Our Community
Getting Back on Track
One year. It’s been one year since schools shut down. One year of quarantine. One year of face masks. One year of uncertainty. Luckily, we can be certain of one thing: your support. Both our individual donors and community organizations came through for us over the past year, allowing us to maintain our mission by providing all-day e-learning support even when schools had to close their doors, … [Read more...] about Getting Back on Track
Helping Families Thrive
Last year, like so many organizations, families, and individuals, AYS was put to the test over and over again. Each time, we passed with flying colors. Now, we’re ready to take what we learned in 2020 and apply it to the future. The pandemic didn’t create the issues that plagued our community in 2020, it highlighted them. Economic and racial disparities have always been there. Our goal in … [Read more...] about Helping Families Thrive
