21st Century Community Learning Centers (Iowa FY27)
Eligibility
Iowa public schools, districts, nonprofits, and community organizations providing afterschool or summer enrichment at high-need campuses.
Program Goals
Iowa's 21st CCLC program uses federal Title IV-B funds to support afterschool and summer programs for students who need extended learning time. Programs provide academic enrichment, STEM, arts, and family engagement.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Apply through the Iowa DE grants portal by December 31, 2026 for FY27 funding.
Cycle Notes
Annual competitive cycle. FY27 deadline December 31, 2026. Monitor educateiowa.gov for updates.
Grant Award Amount
Multi-year awards. FY27 estimated funding available. Award amounts depend on program size and need.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
- CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit — a compact rechargeable power solution that makes micro:bit projects fully portable
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible?
Iowa public schools, districts, and nonprofits providing afterschool enrichment at high-need schools.
How much does Iowa 21st CCLC provide?
Multi-year awards. FY27 funding amounts set in the RFP.
Can 21st CCLC funds be used for STEM tools?
Yes. STEM materials that align to afterschool enrichment goals are allowable.
How do Iowa schools apply?
Apply at educateiowa.gov by December 31, 2026.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide curriculum alignment documents and letters of support for Iowa afterschool programs.
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 — Iowa 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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