This bill appropriates funds from the general fund to the Minnesota Department of Education specifically for a grant to the Minnesota Alliance of Boys and Girls Clubs aimed at enhancing academic assistance programs. The grant is intended to support various initiatives designed to improve academic outcomes for youth, including homework help, tutoring, personalized learning pathways, literacy and STEM activities, mentorship initiatives, and strategies to improve school attendance. The bill emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for youth who require academic assistance.

Additionally, the Minnesota Alliance of Boys and Girls Clubs is encouraged to collaborate with schools to maximize the effectiveness of these programs. To qualify for the grant, the organization must secure a 25 percent match from nonstate sources. The bill also stipulates that any unspent funds from fiscal year 2026 can be carried over to fiscal year 2027, and it establishes a base appropriation of $0 for fiscal year 2028.