Grants for Independent school districts - State

This grant provides funding to Nevada public and charter elementary school educators and administrators to enhance STEM education through hands-on learning experiences, particularly for underrepresented students.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to South Carolina K–12 public schools and districts to develop and implement arts programs that enhance student achievement in dance, music, theatre, and visual arts.

This funding opportunity supports Title I and Priority schools in South Carolina to enhance their arts education programs, aiming to boost student achievement in visual and performing arts.

This funding opportunity is designed to support local educational agencies and organizations in providing enhanced educational services to migratory children and youth in South Carolina, helping them achieve academic success and graduate high school.

The Nevada Department of Education introduces the FY25 Bullying Prevention Training to promote safe and respectful learning environments across Nevada schools. This initiative addresses the legislative mandates for bullying and cyberbullying prevention by funding training for school districts and charter schools. The program's objectives include establishing anti-bullying programs, providing training on anti-bullying policies, and developing procedures to allow students and staff to discuss these issues effectively. The total available funding is $15,000 for the period from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with application submissions due by May 24, 2024.

This funding opportunity provides $70 million to support early childhood literacy and readiness programs for children under six, prioritizing projects that expand preschool access and innovative literacy strategies in underserved areas.

The Public School Environmental Repairs Program was established by Act 33 of 2023 to support public schools with remediating and/or abating environmental hazards in a school building or school buildings. This includes, but is not limited to, addressing lead in water sources and paint, asbestos, and mold. Eliminating lead and asbestos along with other environmental contaminants in schools lowers cumulative exposure throughout childhood, leads to better cognitive and overall health outcomes for children, and increases the likelihood of academic and career success. The program was established under Article XXVI-L of the Public School Code and is administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE). Program grant funding received by a school district may not be included when calculating the amount to be paid to a charter school under section 1725-A of the School Code (24 P.S. § 17-1725-A).

The OSU Extension Service Outdoor School provides funding for outdoor educational programs in Oregon that last between three to six days during the school year. Eligible programs must be educational experiences occurring during school hours and cater to Oregon students, typically in 5th or 6th grade. The funding supports programs aiming to enhance outdoor learning, and may include additional support such as indirect cost reimbursements if reports are submitted by certain deadlines. The program stresses the importance of including all students and provides alternatives for those who opt-out, ensuring inclusive access to outdoor education.

The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) is announcing the release of the Proposition 47 Request for Proposals (RFP). Donor Name: California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: 4 Years Details: This RFP makes approximately $152 million available for a grant period that covers October 1, 2024 through June 30, 2028. Eligible applicants are public agencies located in the State of California. Funding Information Total Available Funds: $152,000,000 Small Scope Category: Maximum Funding Request: Up to $2 million for the entire grant period. Funds Available: $60,800,000 Large Scope Category: Maximum Funding Request: More than $2 million and up to $8 million for the entire grant period. Funds Available: $91,200,000. Uses of funds  Proposition 47 grant funds must be used for mental health services, substance use disorder treatment, and/or diversion programs for people in the criminal justice system. Applicants are also encouraged to provide supplemental housing-related services and other community-based supportive services, such as job skills training, case management, and civil legal services. Eligible Applicants  Eligible applicants are public agencies located in the State of California. For the purposes of this RFP a public agency is defined as: A county, city, whether a general law city or a chartered city, or city and county, the duly constituted governing body of an Indian reservation or Rancheria, a school district, municipal corporation, district, political subdivision, or any board, commission, or agency thereof, entities that are legislative bodies of a local agency pursuant to subdivision (c) or (d) of Section 54952 of the Government Code, a housing authority organized pursuant to Part 2 (commencing with Section 34200) of Division 24 of the Health and Safety Code, a state agency, public district, or other political subdivision of the state, or any instrumentality thereof, which is authorized to engage in or assist in the development or operation of housing for persons and families of low or moderate income. (Pen. Code, § 6046.1, subd. (c).) For more information, visit BSCC.

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), Bureau of Special Education is inviting applications from Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) to develop or expand experiential learning opportunities. The goal is to engage secondary and postsecondary students in learning about working with students with disabilities, aiming to inspire future special educators. These opportunities include structured activities, programs, or events guided by current educators. The grant aims to foster the establishment or expansion of such opportunities and increase interest in special education careers among secondary and postsecondary students.

The IDEA Capacity Building Grant, offered by the Division for Special Education Services and Supports, aims to provide federal funds to Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) and Georgia Network for Education and Therapeutic Services Support (GNETS) in Georgia. The grant supports projects for students with disabilities, focusing on professional learning, high-quality instructional materials, and evidence-based interventions. The grant period is from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with funds allocated to improve literacy and ELA standards compliance.

The School Safety and Security Grant (SSSG) has been expanded to also help cover the costs of inspections, assessments, maintenance, and improvements to indoor heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems as well as the purchase of other secondary devices to control the spread of airborne contaminants, including viruses, for eligible applicants. This additional funding of $15,000 is available to any qualifying entity under the SSSG program policy and is available specifically for the purchase of HVAC improvements only. An exact list of qualifying expenses can be found here or on page four of the application. This offering is available to employers with no matching amount required. Eligible applicants may apply even if they have exhausted all previously available SSSG funds. Please continue reading below for full eligibility requirements, instructions for completing an application, and steps to receiving grant funds.

This program provides funding to public school districts and area career and technical schools for necessary improvements to their facilities.

This program provides financial support to Colorado schools and local educational agencies that are struggling academically, helping them develop and implement improvement plans to enhance student performance.

This program provides funding to Alaska's public school districts to improve student achievement through the development of clear educational standards and community partnerships.

The Quality Schools Grant Program, initiated in 1998, aims to enhance student achievement by systematically improving Alaska’s public schools. The program emphasizes the development of clear standards across various categories, including Student Standards (covering a wide range of subjects), Professional Standards, and Family, School, Business, and Community Networks, among others. Each Alaska School District is encouraged to allocate the provided funds towards initiatives that align with these categories to foster academic achievement. District entitlements are determined by multiplying the district’s adjusted ADM by $16, totaling approximately $4 million in annual allocations. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: May 1st

The Perkins CTE Reserve Grant, under the authority of the Wisconsin Perkins State Plan 2020, allocates secondary reserve funds to support the development, implementation, promotion, and monitoring of career pathways at the regional level. These pathways are aligned with state-identified high-skill, in-demand occupations or industries. The grant's objective is to increase the number of students accessing, participating in, and completing these career pathways, with a focus on equity and access for special populations. The grant has evolved over four years, initially focusing on creating the necessary infrastructure for regional career pathway development and then emphasizing student engagement, equitable access, and completion of career pathways, including career-based and work-based learning experiences.

The ESF Focused Support Grant aims to provide resources and support to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to ensure campuses identified for improvement fully implement the Foundational Essential Actions in the ESF. This initiative seeks to significantly and sustainably improve student outcomes by supporting LEAs with Title I served campuses identified for federal improvement. The grant supports engagement in an ESF Diagnostic leading to a Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP) and collaboration with a Vetted Improvement Program (VIP) to enhance educational practices. The grant period extends until September 30, 2026, emphasizing substantial and supplementary support to identified campuses to foster educational excellence and equity.

The School Construction Assistance Program (SCAP) provides funding assistance to school districts that are undertaking a major new construction or modernization project. Projects must meet eligibility requirements. School districts are responsible to secure local funding for construction projects. If eligible, the State provides partial funding based on formulas, allowances, and costs related to certain aspects of a construction project called recognized project cost. The enrollment projection methodology excludes the number of students residing outside the school district who are enrolled in alternative learning experience (ALE) programs under RCW 28A.232.010. The current Student Enrollment Cohort Projections - Report 1049 are available in ICOS.

This program provides funding to elementary schools to supply fresh fruits and vegetables to all enrolled students during the school day, promoting healthier eating habits.