AI Literacy and Computer Science Education Funding in New Jersey
Curriculum requirements, funding sources, and how Forward Education helps schools meet state standards affordably.
Explore FundingNew Jersey K-12 schools can access 26 grant programs totaling over $55M in AI, CS, and STEM education funding.
| Category | Status |
|---|---|
| AI in Curriculum Standards | See standards alignment section below |
| AI-Specific Legislation | Check state DOE for current status |
| CS Graduation Requirement | Varies by district |
| AI Teacher Endorsement | See state DOE certification frameworks |
| AI Task Force | Check state DOE for current status |
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Top Funding Opportunities
The grants and programs below are relevant to this state. Click any card to read full details, eligibility, and how Forward Education products qualify.
Model Classroom Grants
OceanFirst Foundation
EmPowered Schools Program
NJ Natural Gas, South Jersey Gas, Elizabethtown Gas & PSE&G (via Sustainable Jersey for Schools)
Farm to School Mini Grants
New Jersey Department of Agriculture
Climate Change Education Grants (NJ)
New Jersey Department of Education (state budget funds)
The Provident Bank Foundation Empowerment Grants
The Provident Bank Foundation
Water and Environment Grant Program (New Jersey American Water)
American Water Charitable Foundation / New Jersey American Water
NJEA Frederick L. Hipp Foundation for Excellence in Education Grants
NJEA Frederick L. Hipp Foundation
Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers
Pennsylvania Department of Education (federal pass-through)
Expanding Access to Computer Science: High School Courses
New Jersey Department of Education
Artificial Intelligence Technology in CTE Pathways Grant
New Jersey Department of Education
Trees for Schools Grant Program
NJ Department of Environmental Protection (RGGI funds), with Sustainable Jersey and TCNJ
Sustainable Jersey for Schools Grants - PSEG Foundation Cycle
PSEG Foundation (via Sustainable Jersey for Schools)
Sustainable Jersey for Schools Grants - NJEA Cycle
New Jersey Education Association (via Sustainable Jersey for Schools)
Dollar General Literacy Foundation Grants
Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants
Motorola Solutions Foundation Grants
Honda USA Foundation Pillar Awards
Toshiba America Foundation Grants
FIRST Team Grant Opportunities
NSF STEM K-12 (NSF 25-545)
NOAA B-WET (Bay Watershed Education & Training)
IDEA - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Perkins V - Career & Technical Education
Title IV-A - Student Support & Academic Enrichment
Title II, Part A - Supporting Effective Instruction
Title I, Part A - Improving Basic Programs
Need Help Writing Your Grant?
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- Free Grant Application Guide — Step-by-step walkthrough for the most common federal and state funding programs
- Grant Writing Assistance — Our team can review your application draft and provide feedback
- Budget Templates — Pre-built budget justifications showing how Forward Education products fit within grant requirements
- Compliance Documentation — Evidence of standards alignment and student outcomes to strengthen your proposal
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