2026-27 Public Charter Schools Grant Program Start-Up Subgrant
The California Department of Education’s 2026-27 Public Charter Schools Grant Program Start-Up Subgrant supports new charter schools with resources for planning, staff development, and research-based educational innovation.
Funder: California Department of Education
Due Dates: August 14, 2026
Funding Amounts: Estimated award: $252,138 per center; based on base rate plus regional enrollment; funding contingent on annual appropriations.
Summary: Supports the launch and early development of new public charter schools in California for the 2026–27 fiscal year.
Key Information: For new public charter schools only; strong focus on planning, staff development, and start-up resources.
Description
This grant, administered by the California Department of Education (CDE), is intended to support the establishment and initial operation of new public charter schools in California for the 2026–27 fiscal year. The Start-Up Subgrant provides resources for planning, staff development, and acquisition of necessary materials and services to facilitate the successful opening of new charter schools. The program aims to foster educational innovation and expand access by helping new charters build strong operational foundations in their formative years.
