State Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to North Dakota organizations and groups working to improve accessibility in arts programming and facilities for individuals with disabilities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to established arts nonprofits and cultural organizations for general operating expenses, promoting high-quality programming and administrative stability in the arts sector.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to artists, educators, and arts organizations in North Dakota for professional development activities that enhance their skills and knowledge in the arts.

This funding opportunity supports K-12 schools and community arts organizations in North Dakota to collaborate on projects that enhance arts education for students, particularly in rural or underserved areas.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Maryland that are working to reduce overdose deaths through evidence-based prevention, treatment, and recovery initiatives for individuals at risk of drug use.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, tribal entities, and certain non-profits in Oklahoma for various solid waste management initiatives, including cleanup efforts and equipment purchases, to promote environmental sustainability.

The After School Education and Safety (ASES) Universal Grant is administered by the California Department of Education (CDE) through its Expanded Learning Division (EXLD) and supports after school programs across the state. The program was established via Proposition 49 in 2002 and is legislated through California Education Code sections 8482 through 8484.65. ASES aims to promote academic enrichment and safe, structured activities for students in kindergarten through ninth grade during non-school hours. The funding supports programs that incorporate literacy and educational enrichment while providing a safe environment conducive to learning and development. Applicants include both new organizations and existing grantees seeking to add sites or increase funding for current programs. The program seeks to foster partnerships between schools and community-based organizations, public agencies, and other stakeholders. It encourages collaboration among parents, youth, educators, law enforcement, and local nonprofits. Programs funded by ASES must offer a minimum of 15 hours of services per week, begin immediately after the school day ends, and remain open until at least 6 p.m. each school day. Required program components include a literacy and academic element and an enrichment element, both aligned with state standards and tailored to after school settings. Services may include tutoring, computer training, arts education, physical fitness, career readiness, and substance abuse prevention, among others. Eligibility is open to local educational agencies (LEAs), city or county governments, and nonprofit organizations in partnership with an LEA. High schools, umbrella organizations, and programs solely requesting before-school or summer funding are ineligible. Currently funded grantees may only apply for increased funding or to add new sites, provided they meet all reporting and compliance requirements. Maximum awards are capped at $152,612.13 for elementary schools and $203,482.84 for middle schools, with potential adjustments for large schools using a formula defined by state statute. Programs must also contribute a local match equal to one-third of the total grant, either in cash or in-kind, excluding facilities as more than 25% of the match. Applications must be submitted electronically via the ASSIST system by February 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Required forms include a cover page, narrative for new applicants, co-applicant information (if applicable), authorized signatures, assurances, and site approvals. Applications that fail to meet the formatting or deadline requirements will be disqualified. Notifications of disqualification will be issued in March 2026, followed by the Intent to Award list in April and final awards shortly thereafter. Each school site is evaluated independently based on its percentage of students eligible for Free and Reduced-Priced Meals (FRPM), using data from the CALPADS system. Selected programs will enter a three-year renewable funding period, contingent on continued compliance and available funding. Grantees must submit quarterly expenditure and biannual attendance reports via ASSIST, maintain auditable records for five years, and participate in CDE-led evaluations and audits. Programs are also expected to implement a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process aligned with CDE guidance. ASES ensures that no less than 85% of funds are allocated to direct services for students, with no more than 15% permitted for administrative costs, including indirect expenses. Technical assistance is available through a network of regional support providers coordinated by EXLD. Additional resources, including detailed application instructions and the Program Plan Guide, can be found on the CDE website. Program contacts include the EXLD team via expandedlearning@cde.ca.gov or phone at 916-319-0923. Appeals of disqualifications must be submitted electronically within 10 calendar days of notification and must include an original signature and justification based on the application review standards.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California state agencies to improve their security measures and enhance preparedness against potential threats and disasters.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community-based organizations in California to improve behavioral health services for children aged 0-5 and mothers, focusing on collaboration and early intervention to enhance overall health outcomes.

This program provides funding to organizations that help underserved communities in Illinois improve digital skills, access the internet, and obtain necessary devices to enhance their participation in society and the economy.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to enhance infrastructure in Gallatin County, specifically for electrifying a dewatering pump system to improve land readiness for commercial and industrial development.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local organizations in California that advocate for and serve immigrant and refugee communities, focusing on improving access to behavioral health resources and culturally appropriate services.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California Native American tribes for projects that enhance wildfire resilience through cultural practices, ecological management, and community safety initiatives.

This program provides funding to various organizations and stakeholders in Oklahoma's specialty crop sector to enhance the competitiveness and market reach of specialty crops through projects focused on marketing, education, research, and food safety.

This grant provides funding to organizations involved in battery production and energy storage innovation to establish a pilot manufacturing facility in California, promoting advanced lithium-ion battery technologies for clean energy solutions.

This program provides funding to organizations for projects that improve broadband access in underserved and unserved communities across Illinois, promoting digital equity and economic growth.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC, to deliver impactful summer programs that promote academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth for youth, particularly those who are at-risk or underserved.

This funding initiative provides financial support to programs that improve access to construction apprenticeships for women, non-binary individuals, and underrepresented populations in California.

This program provides funding and educational resources to Kansas licensed early child care facilities to promote healthy eating habits and increase the use of locally grown fruits and vegetables among young children.

This grant provides funding to food entrepreneurs in Utah to help them grow their businesses, improve food processing and storage, and enhance local food systems, particularly in economically distressed areas.