Important Updates:

Below are some important updates about the Minnesota Afterschool Advance (MAA) program for 2026:

1. No New Lending
   Given policy changes that were passed into law during the 2025 state legislative session, MAA is no longer able to make new loans under the assignment process for the Minnesota K-12 Education Tax Credit (METC).
   
   

2. Focus on Systems Change in 2026
   MAA believes that fundamental system changes are urgently needed in order for the METC to truly work for all involved.  Key stakeholders at the State of Minnesota have shown eagerness to review and improve the system.  MAA intends to focus its energy on systems change in 2026.  We hope that you will join us in this work.
   
   

3. Ongoing Staff Resources
   MAA will continue to offer staff resources, tax preparation support, and language translation for families who participated in MAA through 2024.  Please contact Erin Martin at erin@youthprise.org

It’s important to note that the METC is still available and is a viable option for many families to gain access to afterschool activities. Visit https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/k-12-education-subtraction-and-credit to learn more about eligibility and how families can access the credit.

MAA deeply values all of its families, service providers, and partners.  It is our hope that we can work together to build a better system for everyone involved.