21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant Information

Elementary and Secondary Education Act ("No Child Left Behind Act") Title IV, Sub. B, 21st Century Community Learning Centers

Program Description:
The 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21CCLC) program is Title IV-Part B of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. The reauthorized version of this bill, also known as "No Child Left Behind", turned over administration of this program to state departments of education. The 21CCLC grant is a competitive grant that allows public schools, private schools, and community-based organizations, including faith-based organizations, to apply for funding to operate high-quality academic support, recreation, and youth development programs during after school hours.

Grant awards are made for five consecutive years and are contingent upon satisfactory progress toward goals. A comprehensive end-of-year report, including data on student progress in core academic areas, is collected from each grantee annually. Please click here for more information on reporting requirements.

For more information on the federal regulations, please visit the U.S. Department of Education 21CCLC webpage.

For more information on the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant guidance document and application please visit the following links:
2012-2013 Grant Guidance Document
2012-2013 Grant Application

Who is Eligible to Apply:
Public School Districts, Private Schools and Charter Schools, Community-Based Organizations including Faith-Based organizations

Application Due Date:
Closed

DPI is offering opportunities for potential applicants to learn more about the application contents and process. One web-based and two onsite workshops will be provided. Please visit the DPI CLC training web page for more information.

To receive information on future grant competitions, as well as other information related to afterschool programs, email Alison Wineberg to join our listserve.

For questions about this information, contact Gary R. Sumnicht (608) 267-5078

Last updated on 4/4/2012 8:41:29 AM