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The Nebraska 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant Program and Expanded Learning Opportunity (ELO) Grant Program Act is a competitive grant from the Nebraska Department of Education that funds the creation and expansion of community learning centers providing out-of-school-time programs.
Funded with both federal and state dollars, this program supports afterschool environments focused on improving student academic success, increasing positive behavior and social interactions, and fostering active community engagement. The 2026 competition made $1. 6 million available for first-time and new grantees.
Applications opened January 21, 2026, and closed March 19, 2026. Eligible applicants include schools, nonprofits, and community organizations operating in Nebraska.
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Let us know! Questions, Comments, or Corrections Items marked with a * are required. Question, Comment, or Correction: * Grant Applications Open: January 21, 2026 Grant Applications Close: March 19, 2026 The Nebraska Department of Education is pleased to announce the 2026 competition for the Nebraska 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant program, and the Expanded Learning Opportunity (ELO) Grant Program Act.
This competitive grant program, funded with federal and state dollars, supports the establishment of community learning centers offering expanded learning opportunities in out-of-school time.
Nebraska’s 21st CCLCs create an afterschool environment focused on three overarching goals, 1) improving overall student academic success, 2) increasing positive behavior and social interactions, and 3) increasing active and meaningful family and community engagement. For a school to be eligible for 21st CCLC funding, at least 40. 00% of students must have participated in free or reduced-cost meals in 2024-25.
To be eligible for the ELO Grant, applicants must meet all 21st CCLC eligibility requirements, plus a partnership contributing a 1:1 match of the grant award must be established. Sites who are not able to provide a 1:1 match will remain eligible for only 21st CCLC funds and are still encouraged to apply.
Being eligible for both grants does not guarantee additional or increased funding; however, it may increase the likelihood that an application receives an award. The 2026 competition has $1. 6 million in funds available to award First-Time/New grants.
Sufficient funds are available to fund successful applications throughout the four-year grant period. Applications for this grant cycle are limited to three (3) school buildings. The 2026 grant application submission deadline is March 19, 2026.
All applications are required to be submitted digitally through GMS. Paper copies of required application forms are provided solely for your convenience in preparing your information for entry into the digital application unless noted otherwise in the Request for Applications (RFA). Paper applications will not be accepted and will not be considered for funding.
Proposed awardees will be submitted to the State Board of Education for approval at the May 2026 Business Meeting. Final award information will be posted to the NDE website on May 15, 2026. Funded projects are scheduled to begin July 1, 2026.
For grant application information or questions, contact Erika Wibbels at erika. wibbels@nebraska. gov or 402-219-3897.
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12/2025) Technical Assistance Webinar Technical Assistance Webinar (Slides Only) Getting Started: 21st CCLC Program Resources New Project Director Grant Guidance New Project Director Onboarding
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Schools where at least 40% of students participated in free or reduced-cost meals in 2024-25 are eligible for 21st CCLC funding. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $1.6 million in funds available to award First-Time/New grants (for the 2026 competition). Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 19, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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reVISION Action Grant is a competitive grant from the Nebraska Department of Education that funds efforts to improve, modernize, and expand Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs aligned with Nebraska's economic priorities and workforce needs. The program draws on federal Perkins funding and supports eligible secondary school districts, postsecondary institutions such as community colleges, and Educational Service Units (ESUs) in Nebraska that have completed the reVISION planning process. Award amounts are competitive and vary based on project scope. Priority is given to projects that advance CTE program quality, expand student access to career pathways, and respond to regional labor market demands. Applications were due March 20, 2026.
State CTE Grant is a grant from Nebraska Department of Education that allocates funds to secondary and postsecondary schools for Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs under the federal Perkins Act formula. Each eligible school district receives a minimum of $7,500, with total amounts varying by formula. Funds support CTE program areas including agriculture, business, communications, human sciences, and skilled technical sciences. Eligible recipients are Nebraska public secondary and postsecondary schools. The grant strengthens workforce readiness by expanding career pathways and supporting special populations and equity-focused initiatives across the state.