Alaska 21st Century Community Learning Centers
Eligibility
Alaska public schools in high-need areas. Programs must serve students during non-school hours. Title I school preference. Rural and remote Alaska schools are well positioned to be competitive.
Program Goals
21st CCLC funds afterschool and summer enrichment programs that complement regular school learning. In Alaska, these programs are especially valuable for rural communities where afterschool options are limited. CS, coding, robotics, and STEM activities are a strong fit.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
The April 1, 2026 cycle is now closed. Competitive grants administered by AK DEED. Applications submitted through the DEED grants portal when the next RFP is released. Awards are multi-year — typically 3-5 years of sustained funding.
Cycle Notes
Annual RFP cycle. April 1, 2026 deadline has passed. Monitor education.alaska.gov for the next cycle RFP announcement.
Grant Award Amount
Multi-year grants. Annual awards vary by program size and student enrollment. Alaska grants typically range from $50,000 to $200,000 per year depending on program scope.
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
- CodeCTRL controller with display for micro:bit — a handheld game-style controller for interactive games and physical computing
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the current AK 21st CCLC cycle still open?
No. The April 1, 2026 deadline has passed. Monitor education.alaska.gov for the next cycle.
What types of programs does 21st CCLC fund?
Afterschool, weekend, and summer enrichment programs. CS, coding, and STEM activities are strong fits.
How long are 21st CCLC grants?
Multi-year awards — typically 3-5 years of sustained funding.
Are remote Alaska schools eligible?
Yes — rural and remote AK schools are especially competitive given limited afterschool options in those communities.
How can Forward Education help?
We help design afterschool STEM program outlines that align to 21st CCLC requirements and Alaska STEM standards.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Alaska standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing
- Letters of support
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence
