THE United Way of the Lower Mainland has committed to helping out after-school programs on the North Shore over the next three years.
The organization's School's Out grant will be funding the following North Shore programs:
North Shore Community Resources will receive $180,000 for the Something Cool for After School program.
Parkgate Community Services Society will receive $144,738 for the Social Success By Soapbox program.
Vancouver Venture for Diversity Society will receive $90,000 for the Children for Challenge After-School Program.
West Vancouver Community Centres Society will receive $110,660 for the Afterschool Community Adventure Club for Kids program.
The programs aim to engage children aged six to 12 years old academically, socially and physically.
For more information go to www.uwlm.ca.
