BLAST is a nonprofit 501c3 organization providing enrichment programs after school for youth ages 6 through 13 in underserved, low-income communities. In addition, BLAST is an affordable after school provider with extended care hours for working parents. BLAST will enrich New York’s youth through healthy lifestyles, mental agility, and civic awareness. It is committed to promoting self-awareness, build social skills, friendships. BLAST believes that a good foundation is where it all starts. Therefore, it will ensure that emerging generations have access to affordable programs and opportunities that promote stronger connections with their minds, emotions, and futures.