After School Programs
Illinois State Board of Education's After School Programs grant funds non-school district groups to deliver evidence-based, enriching after-school programs for low-income K–12 students across Illinois.
Funder: Illinois State Board of Education
Due Dates: August 6, 2026 (FY2027 After School Programs – Non-School Districts full application)
Funding Amounts: Total program: $19.3M (competitive pool for non-school district entities); individual awards based on applicant need; one-year funding period (July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027)
Summary: Supports non-school district organizations in Illinois to deliver after-school and out-of-school programs serving predominantly low-income students.
Key Information: Applicants must have submitted an Intent to Apply to access the application system.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), provides competitive funding to eligible non-school district organizations to establish or enhance after-school and out-of-school programs for K–12 students in Illinois. The initiative is designed to improve academic outcomes, provide enrichment activities in safe environments, and build strong partnerships that support students facing significant challenges. The program prioritizes serving student populations that are at least 90% low-income, aiming to strengthen working families and communities through high-quality support services. Funding is available for a wide range of activities, including academic support, enrichment, staff, transportation, and evaluation, with certain restrictions on allowable costs.
