Competitive Equipment Grants
Forecasted
The Competitive Equipment Grants from the Pennsylvania Department of Education fund equipment upgrades for CTE programs to enhance hands-on technical training and workforce readiness in Pennsylvania schools.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $85,000 per award; typically one-year projects; no local match required (most recent cycle)
Summary: Supports PA school districts and CTE centers in acquiring or upgrading equipment for hands-on student training in PDE-approved career and technical education programs.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to districts/centers with eight or more PDE-approved CTE programs.
Description
This program provides competitive grants to Pennsylvania school districts and career and technical centers (CTCs) that operate eight or more Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE)-approved Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The grant is designed to help these institutions purchase or upgrade equipment essential for hands-on training of students, ensuring alignment with current industry standards and workforce needs. The initiative aims to enhance technical skills and workforce readiness for students enrolled in CTE programs across the state.
