School year
After-School Program
- Monday through Friday, 3:00 to 6:00
- Kindergarten through fifth grade
- Open to students from every Bryant School District elementary
- Homework help, clubs and classes every afternoon
Bryant Youth Association - since 2004
A safe place. A caring adult. A world of opportunity.
We're a local nonprofit that gives Bryant kids in kindergarten through fifth grade somewhere safe to go after school and all summer long. Every child here has a mentor and champion in their corner.
Locally led. Community funded.
Grades K-5
Coming up
BYA on the Parkway 5K & 10K
Run or walk the Bryant Parkway with runners of every age and skill level. Every mile helps Bryant kids.
- Saturday, November 7
- Check-in 3:30 PM · Race starts 4:30 PM
- Bryant Parkway, Bryant, AR
Our programs
Two programs, one goal
Both programs give your child caring adults, good friends and something new to try every day.
School year
June and July
Summer Camp
- Monday through Friday, 7:15 to 5:30
- For kids who have finished kindergarten through fifth grade
- Field trips, swim lessons and every club
- Breakfast, lunch and a snack each day
Why it matters
What your child gets out of it
Academic success
Our Mind Zone gives kids help with homework every afternoon.
Good character
Clubs like Boys II Men and Girl United teach kids to lead and to look out for each other.
Healthy lifestyles
Kids play, swim and learn healthy habits they can keep for life.
Our promise to every child
Every kid who walks through our doors gets a safe place to be.
A caring adult who knows their name.
And a world of new things to try.
Every child deserves a champion
The heart of BYA
Meet Champ
Champ is our bear. His story starts with a nervous little cub walking through our doors for the first time.
He found friends, a mentor and the courage to try new things. Now he's back as our mascot, making sure every child at BYA has a champion in their corner.
Families
What families tell us
Parents have peace of mind knowing their children are safe and cared for.
Children feel welcomed, build friendships, and enjoy coming to BYA.
Our staff care about the children and support their families.
Transparent spending
Where your gift goes
91%
We're a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. 91 cents of every dollar goes straight to our programs.
- 91% programs
- 5% fundraising
- 4% management
Bryant businesses keep our doors open
More than 40 local businesses, churches and families support our kids.
- Arvest Foundation
- Brooke Andrews State Farm
- David Dunn
- Dale Dues
Events
Come to an event
Our events raise the money that keeps tuition affordable, and they're a lot of fun.
What ages do you serve?
Our after-school program is for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade at any Bryant School District elementary. Summer camp is open to kids from any school who have finished kindergarten through fifth grade.
What are your hours?
After school runs Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 6:00. Summer camp runs Monday through Friday from 7:15 to 5:30.
Are you open on early dismissal days?
Yes. We follow the Bryant School District calendar and we are open on early dismissal days.
What does summer camp include?
Tuition covers field trips, swimming lessons and every club we offer. Breakfast, lunch and a snack are included each day.
Can we get help paying for the program?
Yes. We offer scholarships to families facing financial hardship, and we have a reduced tuition rate for families on free or reduced lunch, military families and first responders. Call us and we will talk through it.
How do you keep kids safe?
Every staff member passes a criminal background check. A board-led Safety Committee oversees our safety policies, we complete a safety assessment every year, and we report any incident to the right authorities right away.
How old do you have to be to volunteer?
Volunteers need to be at least 15. Just one hour a week as a mentor can make a lasting difference for a child.
Ready to join us?
Call us at (501) 653-KIDS or send a message. We'll walk you through enrollment.