Title IV, Part B: 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) Grants
Forecasted
Title IV, Part B: 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) Grants support Utah students and families through out-of-school learning centers that strengthen academic skills and family involvement.
Funder: Utah State Board of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2028 (Letter of Intent) | May 2028 (Application documents)
Funding Amounts: $100,000–$400,000 annually per application; four-year grant cycle
Summary: Supports out-of-school academic enrichment, complementary activities, and educational opportunities for families in Utah communities.
Key Information: Proposed sites must serve students from schools with poverty rates of at least 40%.
Description
The Utah State Board of Education administers this competitive federal grant under Title IV, Part B, of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. It supports community learning centers serving students and their families outside regular school hours, including before and after school, summer, and weekends. The program focuses on students in high-poverty areas and those attending low-performing schools.
Centers provide academic enrichment and tutoring to help students meet academic standards, alongside activities that reinforce their regular school programs. Supported activities can include youth development, arts, technology education, recreation, counseling, and drug and violence prevention. Centers also offer families opportunities for meaningful involvement in their children’s education, literacy, and related educational development.
