Summer '26 Logistics

What is A Revolutionary Summer 2026? A challenging, inspiring literacy program dedicated to shifting harmful narratives about Black people + Blackness  

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Who can participate? Black children + youth ages 15-24 living in Baltimore​​

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Where will ARS 2026 take place? Various locations in Baltimore City (to be shared upon acceptance into the program) and Zoom (some program components, including our introductory gathering occur virtually) 

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When is ARS 2026? June 26 - 27 (relationship-building retreat)

Sunday mornings or afternoons, June 28 - August 9 (reading workshops + yoga)

Tuesday and Thursday evenings, June 30 - August 13 (writing + supplemental workshops)

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Why do youth attend ARS? To build critical reading, writing and thinking skills; to have a safe space within which to create; to fill the intellectual and creative gaps often produced by summer break; to grow with and be inspired by other Black children and youth; to have others compassionately witness their journey through Black childhood and young adulthood; and to learn and relearn the truth about themselves and their people

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When do Summer 2026 applications open? Applications open on April 27, 2026 at 3:00PM

What is the deadline to apply to ARS 2026? Applications close on May 30, 2026 at 11:59PM

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Application requirements: Writing sample, interview, and participation in Planted in the Same Pot, our relationship-building retreat

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Stipend + provisions: Participants can earn up to $750 for intentional completion of the program. Meals, personal libraries, writing supplies, and yoga mats are provided. 

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Core program expectations: Participants are expected to participate in a majority of the reading and writing workshops, contribute to this year's end-of-summer product and presentation, and raise $100 toward a fellow participant’s stipend (materials and support provided). Please note that parents and caregivers of participants under 18 must attend an information session in early June and a community-wide trauma training in late June.

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For your reference, application questions are here.