21st Century Community Learning Center Program
This grant funds programs in Maryland that provide academic enrichment and family engagement services to students outside school hours, especially in Title I or high-need schools.
Funder: Maryland State Department of Education
Due Dates: July 6, 2026 (New applications) | August 29, 2026 (Continuation applications)
Funding Amounts: $50,000–$400,000 per award; grant period is 3 years (contingent upon funding).
Summary: Supports academic enrichment and family engagement programs for students during non-school hours in Maryland.
Description
The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) program, administered by the Maryland State Department of Education, funds organizations to provide academic enrichment and a wide range of support services to students outside regular school hours. The program aims to reinforce school-day learning, address students’ academic needs, and foster meaningful family engagement, particularly for students attending schools eligible for Title I schoolwide programs or serving high percentages of low-income families.
