2024-2029 CSP State Facilities Incentive Grant
The 2024-2029 CSP State Facilities Incentive Grant from the Colorado Department of Education funds charter school facility improvements and supports leadership training in facility finance.
Funder: Colorado Department of Education
Due Dates: November 30, 2026 (Intent to Apply/Eligibility) | December 7, 2026 (Narrative & Budget sections open) | January 15, 2027 (Full GAINS application due by 4:00 PM)
Funding Amounts: $7,524,205 available for 2026–2027; awards are made on a per-pupil basis; funding decreases in later years; five-year program duration.
Summary: Supports Colorado charter schools in acquiring, maintaining, and renovating facilities through federal-state matching funds and leadership training.
Key Information: Application is multi-step and must be completed in the GAINS system; only schools meeting the federal definition of a charter school are eligible.
Description
This grant, administered by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE), provides federal and state-matched funding to help Colorado charter schools acquire, maintain, and renovate their facilities. The program aims to enhance the quality and equity of learning environments by offering per-pupil facility aid, supporting professional development for charter leaders, and requiring strong fiscal management and reporting. In addition to direct facility funding, the program offers a facility finance certification for charter school leaders and promotes collaboration and data-driven decision-making across the charter sector.
