Charter School Facility Grant Program – (SB740)
🏛 State Treasurer's Office (California)
✓ Free, no account · Source: California Grants Portal · Last verified Aug 1, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for California charter schools serving high-need student populations. Eligible schools must serve a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals, or be located in public elementary school boundaries serving similar demographics.
The program provides annual grants to help offset ongoing facility costs. Funding is announced each year on the California School Finance Authority (CSFA) website. Only charter schools registered in California may apply.
This is an ongoing program with rolling availability. Schools should monitor the CSFA website for annual funding announcements and application windows.
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Program description
The Charter School Facility Grant Program provides annual grants to offset annual on-going facility costs for charter schools that service a high-percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals or located in a public elementary school boundary serving a similar demographic. This program, previously administered by the California Department of Education, was transferred to the California School Finance Authority (CSFA) in 2013-14. Availability of funding is announced on the CSFA website each year.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Proof of charter school status and California registration
- Documentation of student demographics and free/reduced-price meal eligibility percentages
- Current school operating plan or charter
- Facility cost documentation
- Evidence of public elementary school boundary alignment (if applicable)
Program contact
- 📧 csfa@treasurer.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-651-7710
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 | 435 | — | 0% |
| 2020-2021 | 436 | — | 0% |
| 2022-2023 | 426 | 414 | 97% |
| 2023-2024 | 452 | 433 | 96% |
| 2024-2025 | 470 | 444 | 94% |
| 2025-2026 | 483 | 400 | 83% |
Source: California Grants Portal
FAQ
What types of facility costs does this grant cover?
The grant offsets annual, ongoing facility costs. Specific allowable expenses are typically detailed in annual CSFA funding announcements. Check the CSFA website for the current year's guidelines.
How often can charter schools apply?
This is an annual program. Schools can apply each year when funding is announced on the CSFA website.
What demographic requirements must our school meet?
Your school must serve a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals, or be in a public elementary boundary serving similar demographics.
Is there a deadline?
Deadlines vary by year. The CSFA announces availability and deadlines on its website annually. Check regularly for updates.
How much funding can a school receive?
Award amounts depend on annual funding availability and the number of eligible applicants. CSFA provides specific award information with each year's announcement.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Check the California School Finance Authority website regularly for annual funding announcements and specific deadline dates.
- Gather documentation of your student population demographics and free or reduced-price meal eligibility rates before applying.
- Review prior-year CSFA guidelines to understand typical application requirements and allowable facility costs.
- Ensure your charter school is properly registered and has current documentation of its operating status.
- Submit all required documentation early to avoid missing rolling deadline cutoffs.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Schools fail to monitor CSFA announcements and miss application deadlines. Schools don't clearly document student demographics or meal eligibility rates. Schools apply before confirming their school meets the specific geographic or demographic requirements.
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