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Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant (UORG): Community Parks & Recreation (CPR) Grant

Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation
State/Local Government
Utah
US $5,000 - US $200,000

Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant

The Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant (UORG) is for new outdoor recreation infrastructure projects and helps communities build recreation amenities that support local economic development, tourism, and quality of life improvements for Utah’s residents.

Introduction

The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) is committed to ensuring every Utahn can live a healthy and active lifestyle through outdoor recreation and access to natural space. The DOR focuses on four key areas: expanding recreational access, promoting safety and education, ensuring responsible stewardship and sustainable visitation, and driving economic growth through outdoor recreation.

With our grant programs, we support local communities in achieving these goals and are thrilled to offer five grants under the Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant (UORG) Program in 2026.

Community Parks & Recreation (CPR) Grant

More traditional community park infrastructure with regional significance

 To support community parks serving regional needs.

Outdoor Recreation Environmental Stewardship Public Infrastructure +3 more

Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant (UORG): Recreation Restoration Infrastructure (RRI) Grant

Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation
State/Local Government
Utah
Up to US $250,000

Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant

The Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant (UORG) is for new outdoor recreation infrastructure projects and helps communities build recreation amenities that support local economic development, tourism, and quality of life improvements for Utah’s residents.

Introduction

The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) is committed to ensuring every Utahn can live a healthy and active lifestyle through outdoor recreation and access to natural space. The DOR focuses on four key areas: expanding recreational access, promoting safety and education, ensuring responsible stewardship and sustainable visitation, and driving economic growth through outdoor recreation.

With our grant programs, we support local communities in achieving these goals and are thrilled to offer five grants under the Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant (UORG) Program in 2026.

Recreation Restoration Infrastructure (RRI) Grant

Restore high-use and high-priority trials or repair and replace developed recreation infrastructure on public lands

For restoration of existing outdoor recreation infrastructure.

Outdoor Recreation Environmental Stewardship Public Infrastructure +2 more

Promotion of Doctoral Studies Scholarships- Doctoral Candidates

Foundation for Physical Therapy Research
Private
United States
Up to US $45,000
The Foundation for Physical Therapy Research offers the Promotion of Doctoral Studies Scholarships for doctoral candidates, providing up to $15,000 annually. This scholarship supports students who have completed their coursework and exams, aiming to foster impactful research careers in physical therapy. Applicants may receive a total of $30,000 during their candidacy phase, with a maximum of $45,000 throughout their doctoral program. This initiative prioritizes academic excellence and alignment with APTA research priorities.
Physical Therapy Medical Education & Professional Training Aging / Gerontology

Travel Oregon : Competitive Grants Program

Oregon Tourism Commission
State/Local Government
Oregon
Up to US $500,000

Travel Oregon : Competitive Grants Program

Ten percent of Travel Oregon’s budget is dedicated to a competitive grants program to support eligible applicants for projects that contribute to the development and improvement of local economies and communities throughout Oregon by means of the enhancement, expansion and promotion of the visitor industry.

Projects should support Travel Oregon’s vision of ‘an Oregon that is a welcoming destination where tourism drives economic prosperity, benefits the natural environment and celebrates rich, diverse cultures.’

This annual program may vary in areas of focus to support the tourism industry and align with priorities outlined in Travel Oregon’s 10-Year Vision. The program is designed to hold the same area of emphasis over the course of Travel Oregon’s two-year biennial plan. The Tourism Industry Partner Survey is one of multiple inputs that help inform any changes in areas of emphasis for the grant program, entering its next two-year planning cycle. Funds requests greater than $500,000 with a required match.

Tourism

Youth Violence Prevention Grant Program (YVP)

Colorado Office of School Safety (OSS)
State/Local Government
Colorado
Unspecified amount

Youth Violence Prevention Grant Program (YVP)

The Youth Violence Prevention Grant program (YVP) enacted by SB 23-241 provides funding for rapid response grants to public schools, public charter schools, community-based organizations, and cities and counties with youth diversion or probation programs to address youth violence by developing strategies for preventing youth violence and strategies for youth violence intervention.

Allowable Use

The purpose of the grant program is to provide rapid response grants to public schools, public charter schools, community-based organizations, and cities and counties with youth diversion or probation programs to address youth violence, develop strategies for prevention youth violence, and develop strategies for youth violence intervention. Grant recipients may use the money received through the grant program for the following purposes:

  • Develop & implement strategies for the prevention of youth violence,
  • Develop & implement strategies for youth violence intervention
Youth Services Violence Prevention

Colorado Watershed Restoration Grant Program

Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State/Local Government
Colorado
Unspecified amount

Colorado Watershed Restoration Grant Program

The Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) has approved a release of the Colorado Watershed Restoration Program. The Program will focus on the development of Wildfire Ready Watersheds Action Plans and implementation of projects designed to mitigate post wildfire impacts. Post-wildfire impacts such as flooding and debris flows are a threat to life, safety, and property, and have a profound impact on water supply, transportation, and other infrastructure. The Colorado Water Conservation Board approaches planning and hazard mitigation implementation in this realm with urgency. Catastrophic wildfires and subsequent flooding and debris flows occur with little or no warning during all seasons.

Applications will be accepted for capacity building, planning, engineering, implementation, and post-wildfire emergency funding to address the susceptibility of values at risk to post wildfire hazards.

Disaster Preparedness

CDBG Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program

Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs
State/Local Government
Indiana
Up to US $500,000

Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs

The State of Indiana is eligible to receive grant funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help address housing and community development needs. These grant funds include the: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA) and the National Housing Trust Fund (HTF). The dollars are primarily meant for investment in the State's less populated and rural areas (“non-entitlement” areas), which do not receive such funds directly from HUD.

The Indiana Office of Rural and Community Affairs (OCRA) receives and administers CDBG. The Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority (IHCDA) receives and administers HOME, ESG, HOPWA, and HTF. As a condition for receiving HUD block grant funding, the State must complete a five-year strategic plan called a Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development (Consolidated Plan).

CDBG Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program

Indiana’s state-administered Community Development Block Grant program fosters growth and resilience in rural cities and towns by investing in local initiatives that encourage communities to build, strengthen and thrive. The Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) seek applications from local units of government for programs funded through the State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Eligible local units of government are counties, cities, or incorporated towns not located within an entitlement community. Unincorporated areas must apply through the county in which they are located. OCRA established a maximum grant award for Owner Occupied Rehabilitation as outlined below to fund and create local owner-occupied rehabilitation programs.

  • City or Town: $350,000
  • County: $500,000
  • Individual Grants to Homeowners: Must not exceed $25,000 per home 

The goal of the State CDBG program is to encourage communities with eligible populations to focus on longterm community development. Competitive projects must demonstrate the following: They meet a National Objective of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended; The project addresses the long-term planning and development efforts of the community; The funds granted will have a significant impact on the overall project; The community has demonstrated a strong commitment to the project and its sustainability 

Community Development & Revitalization Urban Planning Equitable & Affordable Housing

Transportation-Related Research & Workforce Development Grant Program (TRWD)

Arkansas Department of Transportation
State/Local Government
Arkansas
More than US $20,000

Transportation-Related Research & Workforce Development Grant Program (TRWD)

Arkansas Act 705 of 2017 and Act 884 of 2021 authorized the Transportation-Related Research and Workforce Development Grant Program (TRWD). Per legislation, $500,000 is available per year. The purpose of this program is to provide funding for projects that conduct transportation-related research or workforce development. Transportation-related research is defined as the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions to provide resilient and sustainable logistics, processes, materials, and methods to ensure cost-effectiveness and the furtherance of education and economic development concerning all forms of transportation, including without limitation rail, public transportation, aviation, and waterborne transportation. Workforce development is defined as industry training, apprenticeship, and educational programs that foster skills required for transportation-related personnel development. Project sponsors apply for TRWD funds through a competitive process, with the applications being reviewed and scored by the TRWD Committee.

Program Funding/Eligibility

  • Projects must have a minimum requested funding amount of $20,000 per application.
  • There is no limit to the maximum amount that can be requested.
  • Starting with the 2028 application cycle, approximately $1,000,000 in funding will be available each application window, occurring at least once every two years.
  • Applications are solicited at least once every two years.
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Apprenticeship & Internship Programs

PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Grant: Tier 1

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency
State/Local Government
Pennsylvania
Up to US $25,000

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency

Established by law in 1978, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) serves as the justice planning and policymaking agency for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. By bringing together a wide range of experts in the fields of criminal and juvenile justice, victim services, and related professions, PCCD coordinates the collective examination of problems, proposes solutions, and evaluates the impact of those solutions.

PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Solicitation

Funding Stream: Juvenile Justice Reinvestment Funds

The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS), is now accepting applications for funding under the Justice Reinvestment Initiative. Funding is intended to advance academic and career/technical training among adjudicated youth receiving services in either residential facilities or from community-based providers or from County Juvenile Probation Departments that are Pennsylvania Academic, Career and Technical Training (PACTT) Affiliates.

Funds are being made available by the ESC, DHS, and PCCD to all the existing privatelyoperated residential, community-based providers, and juvenile probation departments that are PACTT Affiliates to support efforts in Academic Instruction, Work-Related Services, and/or Job Skills Training.

Grant Tiers

Grants are awarded in tiers: Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, Tier 4, Tier 5, as well as a Rejuvenation Grant.

Grant Tier 1

Agencies having received PACTT Affiliate status and not on Provisional status, are eligible for a maximum award of $25,000.

Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Reentry Services Vocational & Trade Education +2 more

PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Grant: Tier 2

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency
State/Local Government
Pennsylvania
Up to US $20,000

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency

Established by law in 1978, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) serves as the justice planning and policymaking agency for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. By bringing together a wide range of experts in the fields of criminal and juvenile justice, victim services, and related professions, PCCD coordinates the collective examination of problems, proposes solutions, and evaluates the impact of those solutions.

PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Solicitation

Funding Stream: Juvenile Justice Reinvestment Funds

The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS), is now accepting applications for funding under the Justice Reinvestment Initiative. Funding is intended to advance academic and career/technical training among adjudicated youth receiving services in either residential facilities or from community-based providers or from County Juvenile Probation Departments that are Pennsylvania Academic, Career and Technical Training (PACTT) Affiliates.

Funds are being made available by the ESC, DHS, and PCCD to all the existing privatelyoperated residential, community-based providers, and juvenile probation departments that are PACTT Affiliates to support efforts in Academic Instruction, Work-Related Services, and/or Job Skills Training.

Grant Tiers

Grants are awarded in tiers: Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, Tier 4, Tier 5, as well as a Rejuvenation Grant

Grant Tier 2

Agencies having received PACTT Affiliate status and not on Provisional status, are eligible for a maximum award of $20,000.

Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Reentry Services Vocational & Trade Education +2 more

PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Grant: Tier 3

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency
State/Local Government
Pennsylvania
Up to US $15,000

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency

Established by law in 1978, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) serves as the justice planning and policymaking agency for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. By bringing together a wide range of experts in the fields of criminal and juvenile justice, victim services, and related professions, PCCD coordinates the collective examination of problems, proposes solutions, and evaluates the impact of those solutions.

PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Solicitation

Funding Stream: Juvenile Justice Reinvestment Funds

The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS), is now accepting applications for funding under the Justice Reinvestment Initiative. Funding is intended to advance academic and career/technical training among adjudicated youth receiving services in either residential facilities or from community-based providers or from County Juvenile Probation Departments that are Pennsylvania Academic, Career and Technical Training (PACTT) Affiliates.

Funds are being made available by the ESC, DHS, and PCCD to all the existing privatelyoperated residential, community-based providers, and juvenile probation departments that are PACTT Affiliates to support efforts in Academic Instruction, Work-Related Services, and/or Job Skills Training.

Grant Tiers

Grants are awarded in tiers: Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, Tier 4, Tier 5, as well as a Rejuvenation Grant

Grant Tier 3

Agencies having received PACTT Affiliate status and not on Provisional status, are eligible for a maximum award of $15,000.

Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Reentry Services Vocational & Trade Education +2 more

PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Grant: Tier 4

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency
State/Local Government
Pennsylvania
Up to US $10,000

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency

Established by law in 1978, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) serves as the justice planning and policymaking agency for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. By bringing together a wide range of experts in the fields of criminal and juvenile justice, victim services, and related professions, PCCD coordinates the collective examination of problems, proposes solutions, and evaluates the impact of those solutions.

PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Solicitation

Funding Stream: Juvenile Justice Reinvestment Funds

The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS), is now accepting applications for funding under the Justice Reinvestment Initiative. Funding is intended to advance academic and career/technical training among adjudicated youth receiving services in either residential facilities or from community-based providers or from County Juvenile Probation Departments that are Pennsylvania Academic, Career and Technical Training (PACTT) Affiliates.

Funds are being made available by the ESC, DHS, and PCCD to all the existing privatelyoperated residential, community-based providers, and juvenile probation departments that are PACTT Affiliates to support efforts in Academic Instruction, Work-Related Services, and/or Job Skills Training.

Grant Tiers

Grants are awarded in tiers: Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, Tier 4, Tier 5, as well as a Rejuvenation Grant

Grant Tier 4

Agencies having received PACTT Affiliate status and not on Provisional status, are eligible for a maximum award of $10,000.

Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Reentry Services Vocational & Trade Education +2 more

PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Grant: Tier 5

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency
State/Local Government
Pennsylvania
Up to US $5,000

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency

Established by law in 1978, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) serves as the justice planning and policymaking agency for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. By bringing together a wide range of experts in the fields of criminal and juvenile justice, victim services, and related professions, PCCD coordinates the collective examination of problems, proposes solutions, and evaluates the impact of those solutions.

PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Solicitation

Funding Stream: Juvenile Justice Reinvestment Funds

The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS), is now accepting applications for funding under the Justice Reinvestment Initiative. Funding is intended to advance academic and career/technical training among adjudicated youth receiving services in either residential facilities or from community-based providers or from County Juvenile Probation Departments that are Pennsylvania Academic, Career and Technical Training (PACTT) Affiliates.

Funds are being made available by the ESC, DHS, and PCCD to all the existing privatelyoperated residential, community-based providers, and juvenile probation departments that are PACTT Affiliates to support efforts in Academic Instruction, Work-Related Services, and/or Job Skills Training.

Grant Tiers

Grants are awarded in tiers: Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, Tier 4, Tier 5, as well as a Rejuvenation Grant

Grant Tier 5

Agencies having received PACTT Affiliate status and not on Provisional status, are eligible for a maximum award of $5,000.

Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Reentry Services Vocational & Trade Education +2 more

PACTT - PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Grant: Rejuvenation Grant

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency
State/Local Government
Pennsylvania
Up to US $30,000

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency

Established by law in 1978, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) serves as the justice planning and policymaking agency for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. By bringing together a wide range of experts in the fields of criminal and juvenile justice, victim services, and related professions, PCCD coordinates the collective examination of problems, proposes solutions, and evaluates the impact of those solutions.

PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Solicitation

Funding Stream: Juvenile Justice Reinvestment Funds

The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS), is now accepting applications for funding under the Justice Reinvestment Initiative. Funding is intended to advance academic and career/technical training among adjudicated youth receiving services in either residential facilities or from community-based providers or from County Juvenile Probation Departments that are Pennsylvania Academic, Career and Technical Training (PACTT) Affiliates.

Funds are being made available by the ESC, DHS, and PCCD to all the existing privatelyoperated residential, community-based providers, and juvenile probation departments that are PACTT Affiliates to support efforts in Academic Instruction, Work-Related Services, and/or Job Skills Training.

Grant Tiers

Grants are awarded in tiers: Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, Tier 4, Tier 5, as well as a Rejuvenation Grant

Rejuvenation Grant

Agencies having been affiliated with PACTT for an extended period AND have been awarded an Innovation Grant, are eligible for up to $30,000 over a 3-year period to modernize, update, expand upon, or fill service gaps related to its PACTT related programming. Specifically, this funding is intended to address ongoing expenses related to previous PACTT grant-funded purchases. Starting new programs is not eligible under a Rejuvenation Grant.

PACTT Affiliates on provisional status are not eligible to apply under this funding announcement. (See more in the attached PDF document).

Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Reentry Services Vocational & Trade Education +2 more

Enhancing Services to Culturally Specific Populations Program

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency
State/Local Government
Pennsylvania
Up to US $125,000

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency

Established by law in 1978, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) serves as the justice planning and policymaking agency for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. By bringing together a wide range of experts in the fields of criminal and juvenile justice, victim services, and related professions, PCCD coordinates the collective examination of problems, proposes solutions, and evaluates the impact of those solutions.

Enhancing Services to Culturally Specific Populations

The purpose of this competitive solicitation is to expand the availability of services for victims of VAWA crimes (i.e. domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and/or dating violence) who are members of populations who, because of cultural or language challenges, don’t go for help to mainstream domestic violence and sexual assault centers. This goal is to be achieved through funding ‘culturally specific organizations’ in Pennsylvania.

Domestic Violence Sexual Assault / Abuse Minority Services +1 more

PAsmart Career and Technical Education Planning Grants

Pennsylvania Department of Education
State/Local Government
Pennsylvania
Up to US $100,000

Pennsylvania Department of Education 

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) oversees 500 public school districts, more than 170 public charter schools, public cyber charter schools, Career and Technology Centers/Vocational Technical schools, public Intermediate Units, the education of youth in State Juvenile Correctional Institutions, Head Starts and publicly funded preschools, and community colleges.

PDE also oversees policies related to public, academic, and school libraries, and the State Library of Pennsylvania.

PAsmart

PAsmart is an initiative with the goal to expand inclusion in Career and Technical Education, STEM and computer science teaching, learning and talent development, to help ensure students across Pennsylvania have the skills to meet the economic needs of the dynamic Pennsylvania economy.

Pennsylvania's future depends on the development of a highly skilled workforce able to compete in the global economy.

PAsmart strategically invests resources in education and training opportunities to support Pennsylvania's economic growth now and in the future.

PAsmart Grants

PAsmart grants support high-quality Career and Technical Education, STEM and computer science learning and professional development opportunities to communities across Pennsylvania, including within early learning centers, libraries, out-of-school time providers, career and technical centers, post-secondary institutions, and K-12 schools. The department awarded over 500 PAsmart grants since the 2018-19 school year.

Grant Application Information

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) is pleased to issue this request for applications to fund programs that address the large gaps in CS and STEM career and technical education offerings and expand access to historically underserved students of all ages.

Applicants may apply for funds in one of two tiers of grants, each with its own purpose and target audience: PAsmart Career and Technical Education Planning Grants and PAsmart Career and Technical Education Innovation Grants

PAsmart Career and Technical Education Planning Grants

These grants are entry-level grants intended to support communities with plans for designing and testing an integrated career and technical education and workforce training systems in alignment with the grant notice priorities, principles, goals, and the career clusters noted in Section III.

PAsmart Career and Technical Education Planning grants are designed to support broad, cross-sector partnerships that use collective impact (ecosystem) approaches to establish integrated or stand-alone CS and STEM career and technical education offerings and are meant to accelerate efforts such as, but not limited to:

  • Expanding access to CS and STEM career and technical education (especially for historically underserved students, adult learners and communities) through the design of learning experiences that lead to dual credit enrollment, industry recognized credentials, work-based learning, internships, pre-apprenticeships, registered apprenticeships, satellite career and technical education sites, out-of-school time experiences, skills bootcamps; and
  • Expanding the number of CS and STEM career and technical education certified or highly qualified educators.
Computer Science & Engineering STEM / STEAM Education Vocational & Trade Education +1 more

PAsmart Career and Technical Education Innovation Grants

Pennsylvania Department of Education
State/Local Government
Pennsylvania
Up to US $500,000

Pennsylvania Department of Education 

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) oversees 500 public school districts, more than 170 public charter schools, public cyber charter schools, Career and Technology Centers/Vocational Technical schools, public Intermediate Units, the education of youth in State Juvenile Correctional Institutions, Head Starts and publicly funded preschools, and community colleges.

PDE also oversees policies related to public, academic, and school libraries, and the State Library of Pennsylvania.

PAsmart

PAsmart is an initiative with the goal to expand inclusion in Career and Technical Education, STEM and computer science teaching, learning and talent development, to help ensure students across Pennsylvania have the skills to meet the economic needs of the dynamic Pennsylvania economy.

Pennsylvania's future depends on the development of a highly skilled workforce able to compete in the global economy.

PAsmart strategically invests resources in education and training opportunities to support Pennsylvania's economic growth now and in the future.

PAsmart Grants

PAsmart grants support high-quality Career and Technical Education, STEM and computer science learning and professional development opportunities to communities across Pennsylvania, including within early learning centers, libraries, out-of-school time providers, career and technical centers, post-secondary institutions, and K-12 schools. The department awarded over 500 PAsmart grants since the 2018-19 school year.

Grant Application Information

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) is pleased to issue this request for applications to fund programs that address the large gaps in CS and STEM career and technical education offerings and expand access to historically underserved students of all ages.

Applicants may apply for funds in one of two tiers of grants, each with its own purpose and target audience: PAsmart Career and Technical Education Planning Grants and PAsmart Career and Technical Education Innovation Grants

PAsmart Career and Technical Education Innovation Grants

These grants are high-level comprehensive grants meant to facilitate regional approaches to systemslevel change, in alignment with the grant notice priorities, principles, goals, and the career clusters noted in Section III.

Innovation grants are designed to support broad, cross-sector partnerships that are using the ecosystem and networked approaches to establish integrated or stand-alone CS or STEM career and technical education offerings and are meant to accelerate efforts such as, but not limited to:

  • Expanding access to CS or STEM career and technical education (especially for historically underserved students, adult learners, and communities) through learning experiences that promote career-connected learning, advanced standing, dual credit enrollment, industry credentials, integrated education and training, work-based learning, internships, pre-apprenticeships, registered apprenticeships, satellite career and technical education sites, out-of-school time experiences; and
  • Expanding the number of CS and STEM certified or highly qualified career and technical education educators.
Computer Science & Engineering Vocational & Trade Education Educational Access & Equity +1 more

Open Educational Resources Grant Program

Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE)
State/Local Government
Colorado
Up to US $25,000

Open Educational Resources Grant Program

Open Educational Resources in Colorado

Colorado is leading the way in Open Educational Resources (OER) adoption, which has been shown to foster innovation, reduce costs and boost student success.

Open Educational Resources (OER) are freely available online teaching and learning materials accessible to students, instructors and self-learners. OER textbooks and other learning resources are openly licensed, typically under a Creative Commons License , with the ability for instructors and students to freely retain copies, re-use, revise, remix and share. OER are free, no-cost materials. OER offers provides materials the first day of class, access into the future after the course ends, and the most affordable cost for students of $0.

OER Grant Program

The Colorado OER Grant Program funds the adoption and development of open educational resources at institutions across the state. The 2026 Request for Applications is open. The grants will fund four categories: Zero Textbook Cost Program Advancement, Collaborative, General Incentive Fund, and Individual Project.

Academic Success & Enrichment

Utah Food Security Grant Program: Equipment and Infrastructure Track

Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF)
State/Local Government
Utah
US $10,000 - US $1,000,000

Utah Department of Agriculture and Food

With roots dating to 1921, the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is one of the State’s oldest agencies. It oversees dozens of legislatively mandated programs that promote the healthy growth of Utah agriculture, the conservation of our natural resources and the protection of our food supply.

Utah Food Security Grant

The Utah Food Security Grant Program strengthens Utah's food supply chain through strategic investments in agricultural production, processing, storage, distribution, market access, and local food promotion. By supporting grant projects across the food system, from farm to consumer, the program helps expand opportunities for Utah producers, strengthen rural communities, and increase the availability of Utah-grown and Utah-raised food. 

Funding is provided through the Rural Health Transformation Program, opens in a new tab, opens in a new tab in partnership with the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Grant Tracks

Grant funds will be made available on a competitive basis using three grant tracks: Equipment and Infrastructure; Market Development and Food Access; and Education and Technical Assistance.

Applicants must review the RFA to select the appropriate track for their project's primary objective. Each project may submit only one application, though applicants may submit separate proposals for distinctly different projects.

Equipment and Infrastructure Track

Objective: Increase the production, processing, storage, aggregation, distribution, or handling of Utah-grown food.

Total Available: $6,580,000

Food Security Agriculture

Utah Food Security Grant Program: Market Development and Food Access Track

Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF)
State/Local Government
Utah
US $10,000 - US $1,000,000

Utah Department of Agriculture and Food

With roots dating to 1921, the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is one of the State’s oldest agencies. It oversees dozens of legislatively mandated programs that promote the healthy growth of Utah agriculture, the conservation of our natural resources and the protection of our food supply.

Utah Food Security Grant

The Utah Food Security Grant Program strengthens Utah's food supply chain through strategic investments in agricultural production, processing, storage, distribution, market access, and local food promotion. By supporting grant projects across the food system, from farm to consumer, the program helps expand opportunities for Utah producers, strengthen rural communities, and increase the availability of Utah-grown and Utah-raised food. 

Funding is provided through the Rural Health Transformation Program, opens in a new tab, opens in a new tab in partnership with the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Grant Tracks

Grant funds will be made available on a competitive basis using three grant tracks: Equipment and Infrastructure; Market Development and Food Access; and Education and Technical Assistance.

Applicants must review the RFA to select the appropriate track for their project's primary objective. Each project may submit only one application, though applicants may submit separate proposals for distinctly different projects.

Market Development and Food Access Track

Objective: Expand markets for Utah-grown food, connect producers with buyers, and increase consumer access in rural communities.

Total Available: $1,880,000

Agriculture Food Security

Utah Food Security Grant Program: Education and Technical Assistance

Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF)
State/Local Government
Utah
US $10,000 - US $1,000,000

Utah Department of Agriculture and Food

With roots dating to 1921, the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is one of the State’s oldest agencies. It oversees dozens of legislatively mandated programs that promote the healthy growth of Utah agriculture, the conservation of our natural resources and the protection of our food supply.

Utah Food Security Grant

The Utah Food Security Grant Program strengthens Utah's food supply chain through strategic investments in agricultural production, processing, storage, distribution, market access, and local food promotion. By supporting grant projects across the food system, from farm to consumer, the program helps expand opportunities for Utah producers, strengthen rural communities, and increase the availability of Utah-grown and Utah-raised food. 

Funding is provided through the Rural Health Transformation Program, opens in a new tab, opens in a new tab in partnership with the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Grant Tracks

Grant funds will be made available on a competitive basis using three grant tracks: Equipment and Infrastructure; Market Development and Food Access; and Education and Technical Assistance.

Applicants must review the RFA to select the appropriate track for their project's primary objective. Each project may submit only one application, though applicants may submit separate proposals for distinctly different projects.

Education and Technical Assistance Track

Objective: Build knowledge, skills, and technical capacity for producers, food businesses, and organizations.

Total Available: $940,000

Agriculture Food Security

Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) Home Repair Program

Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC)
State/Local Government
Kentucky
Up to US $25,000

Kentucky Housing Corporation

KHC works with partners across the Commonwealth to invest in and create affordable housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income Kentuckians.

Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) Home Repair Program

Repairing an Existing Home

KHC’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) Home Repair Program is designed to assist low-income homeowners with essential repairs that help maintain the safety, livability, and overall habitability of their homes.

This program focuses on critical improvements such as structural repairs, roofing, heating, plumbing, and accessibility modifications. To access AHTF funding in Kentucky, individuals must apply through designated partner agencies within their county.

These local agencies will guide applicants through the process and determine eligibility based on income and repair needs. All applications and funding requests must be submitted through these approved agencies. Find Your Local Developer

Equitable & Affordable Housing

Mayo Family Foundation Grant (Domestic Focus)

Mayo Family Foundation
Private
United States
US $5,000 - US $20,000

Mayo Family Foundation

The Mayo Family Foundation, founded by Simer and Vicki Mayo in 2019, is dedicated to creating a lasting impact across the globe. With a focus on eradicating food insecurity, empowering at-risk youth, and advancing women’s equality, the Foundation strives to transform lives and foster a brighter future for all.

Domestic Focus

We envision a world where concerns about the next meal, a safe place to sleep, or access to healthcare become a thing of the past. Our goal is to provide long-term solutions that will build stronger, more resilient individuals and communities.

A child at risk is less likely to transition to adulthood successfully. Our mission is to equip our youth with the tools needed for academic achievement and job readiness. These tools are key to securing a future marked by financial stability and high hopes of becoming a positive member of society.

Grant Application

The Mayo Family Foundation (MFF) is dedicated to creating a lasting impact. Its focus is on eradicating food insecurities, women’s equality issues, and empowering at-risk youth. The foundation strives to transform lives and foster a brighter future for all.

This grant has been created to provide the funding needed to make a significant impact in two key areas: combating food insecurity and empowering at-risk youth.

We believe that by supporting dedicated nonprofit organizations like yours, we can create a lasting positive impact in our community. Together, we can ensure that no one goes hungry and that every young person has the opportunity to thrive.

Youth Services Food Security Food Access & Hunger +5 more

Grants for Preschools Highlights

Grants for preschools provide funding for early childhood education programs, facility improvements, and teacher training. The following grants empower organizations to enhance learning environments, promote school readiness, and support young children’s development.


Search Instrumentl's Preschools Grants Database


Discover 8,000+ funding opportunities for preschools, with $3.44B available. Instrumentl offers grant-matching tools, deadline alerts, and funding intelligence to help organizations expand early learning programs and support child development.

Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

Grant Insights : Grants for Preschools

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Quite common — grants in this category are more prevalent than in others.

8,000+ Grants for Preschools grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

3,000+ Grants for Preschools over $25K in average grant size

3,000+ Grants for Preschools over $50K in average grant size

1,000+ Grants for Preschools supporting general operating expenses

7,000+ Grants for Preschools supporting programs / projects

600+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Food Access & Hunger

400+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid

Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for grants for Preschools?

Most grants are due in the first quarter.

Q1
29.7%
Q2
23.8%
Q3
23.9%
Q4
22.6%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Grants for Preschools?

Grants are most commonly $35,000.

$0 $0 Min.
$35,000 $35 K Median
$653,168 $653.2 K Average
$188,250,000 $188.3 M Max.

Frequently asked questions

Nonprofits that are eligible for preschools grants include licensed nonprofit preschools, early childhood education centers, houses of worship, and family-focused organizations that provide pre-K learning programs. Funders may also focus their grants on early childhood education programs and teacher training in their respective communities. Many grants require applicants to be 501(c)(3) organizations and may prioritize initiatives serving low-income families and children with special needs.

Grants in preschools typically have the highest concentration of deadlines in Q1, with 29.7% of grant deadlines falling in this period. If you're planning to apply, consider prioritizing your applications around this time to maximize opportunities. Conversely, the least active period for grants in this category is Q4.

Preschool grants support early childhood education programs, teacher training, curriculum development, and facility improvements. Funders also seek to enhance school readiness and learning environments, support working families, support young children's development, and improve access to quality early learning programs. There are more than 6,000 grants available and an impressive $2.95 billion in funding available for preschools and early childhood education.

Funding for preschools grants varies widely, with award amounts ranging from a minimum of $0 to a maximum of $188,250,000. Based on Instrumentl’s data, the median grant amount for this category is $35,000, while the average grant awarded is $653,168. Understanding these funding trends can help nonprofits set realistic expectations when applying.

Of the $2.95 billion available in funding, nearly half come from private funders like the Cooke Foundation, the National Education Association Staff Organization, the James C. Stewart Charitable Foundation, and the Bell Charitable Foundation. In addition, there are many federal and state and local government funders that are providing grants for preschools and early childhood education in their respective areas.

Some of the key federal grants are from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, the U.S. Department of Justice, and the U.S. Department of Labor. There are also quite a bit of state-level organizations that are offering funding for Preschool grants like the Tennessee Department of Agriculture and the New York State Office of Mental Health.

A carefully planned approach is needed in order to successfully win grants for preschools. To improve grant success, nonprofits should concentrate on all of these key areas:

  • Align with funder priorities – Tailor proposals to match the funder’s mission and align your programs with early childhood education best practices.
  • Use measurable outcomes – Highlight data that clearly quantifies measurable student outcomes.
  • Build strategic partnerships – Collaborate with local schools and childcare networks.
  • Develop a compelling narrative – Tell real-life stories of preschools and early childhood education programs that you have positively helped in your community.

Struggling to manage multiple grants? Learn how to stay organized with our comprehensive grant tracking spreadsheet guide.

Sifting through more than 6,000 grant opportunities can be daunting to say the least. Luckily Instrumentl simplifies the grant application process by helping nonprofits filter out relevant funding opportunities, analyze funder-giving patterns, and review detailed funder insights. That way, you can find the best-fitting grants right away and then tailor your applications to align with the grantor's priorities. See how Lutheran Braille Workers scaled their grant submissions by 150%.