2021–23A Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP) Start-Up Sub-Grant
Can you apply?
This grant is for California public charter schools seeking startup funding, expansion funding, or planning support. New charter schools, conversion schools, and existing schools adding grade levels or increasing enrollment are eligible. Replication and expansion of high-quality charter school models are supported.
Applicants must be established charter schools or organizations planning to open charter schools in California. The program prioritizes schools demonstrating high quality and commitment to serving California students effectively.
This grant is for California public charter schools seeking startup funding, expansion funding, or planning support. New charter schools, conversion schools, and existing schools adding grade levels or increasing enrollment are eligible. Replication and expansion of high-quality charter school models are supported.
Applicants must be established charter schools or organizations planning to open charter schools in California. The program prioritizes schools demonstrating high quality and commitment to serving California students effectively.
Program description
The PCSGP Start-Up Sub-Grant provides funding for the planning and initial implementation of newly established or conversion charter schools, as well as the replication and expansion of high-quality charter schools. Start-Up sub-grants for planning, implementation, and replication are eligible for up to $600,000. Expansion sub-grants are eligible for up to $300,000 to charter schools that are adding new grade levels or significantly increasing enrollment. The PCSGP Start-Up Sub-Grant serves California’s public charter schools by providing startup and initial operating capital to assist schools in establishing or expanding high-quality, high-performing charter school operations for California students and their families.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Details
This grant is for California public charter schools seeking startup funding, expansion funding, or planning support. New charter schools, conversion schools, and existing schools adding grade levels or increasing enrollment are eligible. Replication and expansion of high-quality charter school models are supported.
Applicants must be established charter schools or organizations planning to open charter schools in California. The program prioritizes schools demonstrating high quality and commitment to serving California students effectively.
How to apply
Application links
Program contact
- 📧 aball@cde.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-319-0222
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | 9 | — | 0% |
Source: California Grants Portal
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