Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (Georgia subgrants)
Eligibility
Georgia public schools, school districts, nonprofits, and other eligible organizations may apply. Programs must serve students at high-need schools with high concentrations of poverty. Priority is given to schools with low academic performance and organizations demonstrating strong community partnerships.
Program Goals
Georgia's 21st Century Community Learning Centers program, funded through federal Title IV-B and administered by the Georgia Department of Education, supports afterschool and summer programs for students at high-need schools. Programs provide academic enrichment, STEM activities, arts, and family engagement services that expand learning opportunities beyond the school day. Georgia awards multi-year competitive subgrants to eligible organizations.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
GaDOE releases competitive RFAs on a periodic basis, typically running roughly annual cycles. Applications require a community needs assessment, detailed program design, evaluation plan, partner agreements, and budget. Monitor the GaDOE 21st CCLC page for current RFA announcements.
Cycle Notes
Georgia 21st CCLC grants are awarded through periodic competitive RFAs, roughly annually. The next RFA timing depends on current grant expirations. Monitor the GaDOE website at gadoe.org for current announcements.
Grant Award Amount
Awards can reach up to $400,000 per site per year over a multi-year grant period. Multi-site organizations may receive funding for each location. Total Georgia funding is distributed from federal Title IV-B allocations.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- micro:bit Starter Kit — physical computing for 21st CCLC afterschool STEM enrichment
- MicroChat AI Literacy Kit — AI and technology skills for out-of-school time programs
- Coding for Good Kit — project-based learning for Georgia afterschool learning centers
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for 21st CCLC in Georgia?
Public schools, districts, nonprofits, and community organizations serving high-need students in GA may apply. Programs must provide afterschool or summer enrichment at high-poverty campuses.
How much funding is available through Georgia 21st CCLC?
Awards can reach up to $400,000 per site per year over a multi-year grant period.
Can 21st CCLC funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. 21st CCLC funds can support hands-on STEM materials, physical computing kits, and coding curriculum when they align to the program's stated goals. Document alignment to program objectives before purchasing.
How do Georgia schools apply for 21st CCLC?
Monitor the GaDOE 21st CCLC page at gadoe.org for competitive RFA announcements. Applications require a needs assessment, program plan, evaluation design, and budget.
How can Forward Education help with 21st CCLC funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Georgia schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes 21st CCLC funds. Contact us before submitting your application.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Georgia standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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