Adult Basic and Family Literacy Education
Forecasted
The Adult Basic and Family Literacy Education grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education funds integrated, research-based family literacy programs to improve adult and child educational outcomes.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Family Literacy Direct Service full application completion deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Estimated total pool: $3.615 million annually; maximum $6,200 per contracted family; three-year grant cycle (annual renewals, subject to funds)
Summary: Supports Pennsylvania organizations in delivering comprehensive family literacy education programs, integrating adult education, parent education, interactive literacy, and early childhood education.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates and details are projected and subject to change.
Description
This grant, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), funds organizations to deliver comprehensive family literacy education services across the state. The program targets adult learners and their families, aiming to improve literacy, numeracy, English language proficiency, and parental engagement in children's education. Supported programs must integrate four core components: adult education, parent education, interactive literacy activities (ILA) between parents and children, and early childhood education (ECE) for children from birth through third grade. The overarching goal is to empower families to achieve educational and career milestones, strengthen family engagement, and foster lifelong learning.
