Resources

Out of School Time Programs

Kansas City boasts a diverse collection of student programs that extend beyond the school day. From tutoring and mentoring to internships and sports, these programs can enrich the educational experiences of students of all ages.

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20/20 Leadership

20/20 Leadership is the premier Kansas City youth development program dedicated to preparing students for life after high school. The mission of 20/20 Leadership is to provide high school students unique experiential learning opportunities to expand their education beyond the classroom, develop resilient leaders, and build stronger communities.

3105 Gillham Rd.
# 200
Kansas City, MO 64109

(816) 535-0250

Mentoring

High School

Art as Mentorship

We provide our students with consistent support to propel themselves through self-discovery, emotional intelligence and the freedom of creativity. In our programs, we give students the chance to learn and grow from music industry mentors, many of whom are world-class, GRAMMY Award-winning professionals.

300 Gladstone Blvd.
Suite 102
Kansas City, MO 64124

(816) 459-0454

Arts

Elementary, Middle School, High School

Paid

aSTEAM Village

aSTEAM Village programs are distinct pathways for students, families and educators to obtain skills that are necessary for participation in the 21st Century economy.

4741 Central St.
Suite 504
Kansas City, MO 64112

(816) 535-0939

Clubs & Programs, STEAM, Summer

Elementary, Middle School, High School

Paid

Awesome Ambitions

For more than 25 years, Awesome Ambitions has been helping young girls have successful futures through higher education, mentorship, career development, and planning for the future. With the help of our amazing volunteers, we have served thousands of Kansas City girls through our in and out-of-school programs, giving them the…

PO Box 22456
Kansas City, MO 64106

(816) 835-1091

Mentoring

Middle School, High School

Free

Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City works to clear the path to a child’s biggest possible future by Matching them with a caring, adult mentor in a one-to-one friendship. “Bigs” help “Littles” ignite, empower and defend their potential by standing with them.

1709 Walnut St.
Kansas City, MO 64108

(816) 561-5269

Mentoring

Elementary, Middle School, High School

Free

Boy Scouts of America

The Boy Scouts of America provides the nation’s foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training, which helps young people be “Prepared. For Life.®” The BSA welcomes all of America’s youth, including girls and young women, into our programs.

10210 Holmes Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64131

(816) 942-9333

Clubs & Programs, Summer

Elementary, Middle School, High School

Paid

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City

At Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City, we believe every young person has the potential to flourish. By providing safe, enriching spaces and supportive mentors, we empower youth to discover their strengths and follow their dreams.

Nancy and Gordon Beaham Legacy Center
4001 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Suite 102
Kansas City, MO 64130

(816) 361-3600

Clubs & Programs

Elementary, Middle School, High School

Paid

BoysGrow

Each summer, 30 youth ages 14-16 commit to a 2 year position working on the BoysGrow farm. As is often the first paid job for the boys, they learn to work together and develop core vocational skills that are applicable in the market like culinary arts, construction, farming, marketing, and…

9301 East 147th St.
Kansas City, MO 64149

(773) 793-5056

Mentoring

High School

Free

Camp Encourage

The mission of Camp Encourage is to provide youth on the autism spectrum meaningful experiences in which they build the knowledge, courage, and skills to be empowered participants in the community. Outside of camp, we provide free Camp Family events that provide a welcoming space for our campers and their…

4025 Central St.
Kansas City, MO 64111

(816) 830-7171

Clubs & Programs, Summer

Elementary, Middle School, High School

Free, Paid

Camp Fire

Through playful, inclusive, affordable, and powerful out-of-class experiences Camp Fire connects young people to the outdoors, to others, and to themselves. We provide young people with a space where they feel like they truly belong.

1801 Main St.
Suite 200
Kansas City, MO 64108

(660) 539-7100

Before & After Care, Clubs & Programs, Summer

Elementary, Middle School, High School

Paid

Camp Shakespeare

Help your child connect with an artistic community of other kids this summer! The Heart of America Shakespeare Festival’s signature summer camps provide a place for your child to collaborate, create, learn language and presentation skills, build confidence, and HAVE FUN!

3732 Main St.
Kansas City, MO 64111

(816) 531-7728

Arts, Summer

Elementary, Middle School, High School

Paid

Championship Greatness Fitness Collective

Our mission is to build community through physical fitness and boxing. championship greatness fitness collective offers a uniquely-designed space to move, build, and socialize. We embrace diversity and body-positivity: all athletes are always welcome here.

2695 Troost Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64108

Sports

Elementary, Middle School

Paid

Entitled Learning

Entitled Learning’s Young Professionals Summer Program 2024 is a dynamic 7-week intensive summer experience designed to empower your scholar in learning and thriving in a future career.

Summer

Elementary, Middle School, High School

Paid

Exceeds Expectations, Inc.

We are a 501(c)(3) organization determined to transform lives by providing inspiration and education in the area of financial literacy. Our workshops and services are unique in that we take the time necessary to get to know our clients and understand their goals.

1638 N. Corrington Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64120

(816) 535-0600

Clubs & Programs

Middle School, High School

Free

Fit Learning Kansas City

We’re more than just a tutoring center in Kansas City. We transform education through customized curriculum and learning science.

4240 Blue Ridge Blvd.
Suite 700
Kansas City, MO 64133

(816) 804-1704

Tutoring

Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Paid