The State Department of Education will award approximately 1.5 million for afterschool programs for the 2013-2014 school year. Funding is made possible through a federal allocation to states under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program Title IVB. Successful applicants receive funding for up to five years. Eligible applicants include school districts, municipalities, community based organizations, faith-based organizations and private corporations.

Letters of Intent to Apply are due December 7, 2012 to:
(A one sentence statement identifying the organization and intent to apply)

Matt McCarter, Director
State Department of Education
650 W State St, 2nd Floor
PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0027

Bidder's workshops for this competition will be conducted around the State during November. Those planning to apply for funding are strongly encouraged to attend one of the all day workshops listed below. Recommended Participants include: Superintendent/CEO/President, Business/Fiscal Manager, Parents, and Program Director.

21st CCLC Bidder's Workshop PowerPoint

For questions regarding applying for the grant please email Camille McCashland at cmccashland@sde.idaho.gov.

The Grant Competition is Closed. Award announcements will be made by April 15, 2013.

Grant Applications