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ActiveCA Department of Education · 2026

2025–26 After School Education and Safety grant program (Round 2)

Quick Facts

Agency: CA Department of Education
Funding: Between $50,000 and $203,500
Deadline: December 3, 2026 (66 days remaining)
Status: Active
Funding Cycle: Annual
Eligibility: Public Agency

About This Grant

2025–26 After School Education and Safety grant program (Round 2) is sponsored by CA Department of Education. The purpose of the After School Education and Safety Program is to create incentives for establishing locally-driven Expanded Learning programs, including after school programs that partner with public schools and communities to provide academic and literacy support, and safe, constructive alternatives for youth.

The After School Education and Safety (ASES) Program is the result of the 2002 voter-approved initiative, Proposition 49. These programs are created through partnerships between schools and local community resources to provide literacy, academic enrichment and safe, constructive alternatives for students in kindergarten through ninth grade.

Funding is designed to: (1) maintain existing before and after school program funding; and (2) provide eligibility to all elementary and middle schools that submit quality applications throughout California. This is round 2 of the 2025-26 ASES Request for Applications.

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RFA: After School Education and Safety (CA Dept of Education) California Department of Education California Department of Education Career Technical Education Industrial & Technology Education Work Experience Education (WEE) Curriculum and Instruction Resources Common Core State Standards Curriculum Frameworks & Instructional Materials Multi-Tiered System of Supports Quality Schooling Framework Social and Emotional Learning Testing & Accountability Home California School Dashboard and System of Support Dashboard Alternative School Status (DASS) Local Educational Agency Accountability Report Card School Accountability Report Card (SARC) State Accountability Report Card District & School Interventions Academic Achievement Awards California Distinguished Schools Program California Teachers of the Year Classified School Employees of the Year California Gold Ribbon Schools CA Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) CA Proficiency Program (CPP) English Language Proficiency Assessments for CA (ELPAC) Grade Two Diagnostic Assessment High School Equivalency (HSE) Tests National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Physical Fitness Testing (PFT) Smarter Balanced Assessment System Definitions, Instructions, & Procedures Indirect Cost Rates (ICR) Standardized Account Code Structure (SACS) Allocations & Apportionments Local Control Funding Formula Funding Tools & Materials Finance & Grants Other Topics Accessing Educational Data California Basic Educational Data System (CBEDS) California Longitudinal Pupil Achievement Data System (CALPADS) Consolidated Application and Reporting System (CARS) Cradle-to-Career Data System Certificated Salaries & Benefits Current Expense of Education & Per-pupil Spending Indirect Cost Rates (ICR) Free and Reduced Price Meal Eligibility Data School & District Information California School Directory County-District-School Administration Public Schools and District Data Files Regional Occupational Centers & Programs California School Dashboard and System of Support Postsecondary Preparation Specialized Programs Home Federal Grants Administration Laws, Regulations, & Requirements Family Involvement & Partnerships CA Equity Performance and Improvement Program Improving Academic Achievement Statewide System of School Support (S4) Specialized Programs Other Topics Gifted & Talented Education Private Schools and Schooling at Home School Attendance Review Boards 21st Century Community Learning Centers After School Education & Safety Program Expanded Learning Opportunities Program Child Nutrition Information & Payment System (CNIPS) Rates, Eligibility Scales, & Funding Parents/Family & Community Clearinghouse for Multilingual Documents School Disaster and Emergency Management Learning Support Other Topics Professional Learning Home Quality Schooling Framework Title II, Part A Resources and Guidance After School Education and Safety Note: The due date for the request for applications has passed.

This page is for reference and administration of funding. The After School Education and Safety (ASES) Program is the result of the 2002 voter-approved initiative, Proposition 49. These programs are created through partnerships between schools and local community resources to provide literacy, academic enrichment and safe, constructive alternatives for students in kindergarten through ninth grade.

ca. gov , phone: 916-319-0923 Expanded Learning Division, email: ExpandedLearning@cde. ca.

gov , phone: 916-319-0923 ASES Request for Applications Round 2 (DOCX) Overview and instructions for the 2025-26 ASES grant application. ASSIST Online Application Online application using the After School Support and Information System (ASSIST). Instructions on how to complete the ASSIST portion of the application.

Large School Adjustment Form (PDF) Form for applicants to fill out if applying for a large school adjustment. Certifications and Assurances ASES Certified Assurances (PDF) These Certified Assurances, per California Education Code ( EC ), are required as part of the After School Education and Safety Universal and Renewal grant application. Submit an original "wet" signature with blue ink as part of your ASES Universal application.

One set of signed Certified Assurances for each applicant and co-applicant (if applicable). General Assurances & Certifications (Posted Apr-2024) Required as a condition of receiving funds. Applicants do not need to sign and return them with the application; they must be downloaded and kept on file for compliance reviews, complaint investigations, or audits.

Applicants that participate in the Consolidated Application - ConApp - should have a copy on file and do not need another copy. Program-specific assurances are not included here and should be listed separately on the Request for Application (RFA). More about After School Education and Safety Last Reviewed: Wednesday, November 05, 2025 Eligibility, funding amounts, important dates, and contacts.

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Eligibility Requirements

Public Agency

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for 2025–26 After School Education and Safety grant program (Round 2)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public Agency. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does 2025–26 After School Education and Safety grant program (Round 2) offer?

The current listing shows between $50,000 and $203,500. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

When is the deadline for 2025–26 After School Education and Safety grant program (Round 2)?

Applications for 2025–26 After School Education and Safety grant program (Round 2) are due December 3, 2026. This is an annual program. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.

Who funds 2025–26 After School Education and Safety grant program (Round 2)?

2025–26 After School Education and Safety grant program (Round 2) is funded by CA Department of Education. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for 2025–26 After School Education and Safety grant program (Round 2)?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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