Unlocking Grant Opportunities for CTE Programs in California K-12 Schools

Looking for funding to support your school’s CTE programs? In our previous article, we explored federal and state grant opportunities. Now, we’re focusing on grants available specifically for California K-12 schools to help expand career and technical education programs.

Active Grant Opportunities for California Schools

1. College and Career Access Pathways (CCAP) Grant

• Purpose: Supports high schools in partnering with community colleges to offer college-level courses.

• Eligible Grades: 9-12

• Funding Amount: $100,000 per high school site

• Deadline: March 31, 2025

• Application Requirements: Online submission, budget details, and a letter of commitment from a partnering community college.

• More Info: California Department of Education

2. Middle School Foundation Academies (MSFA) Planning & Implementation Grants

• Purpose: Establishes middle school career academies to prepare students for high school CTE pathways.

• Eligible Grades: 6-8

• Funding Amount: $25,000 (Planning Year), $50,000 (Implementation Year)

• Deadline: March 31, 2025

• Application Requirements: Match funding required.

• More Info: California Department of Education

3. Strengthening Career & Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V)

• Purpose: Provides funding to improve secondary and postsecondary CTE programs.

• Eligible Grades: 9-12, Adult

• Funding Amount: To be published

• Deadline: To be published (Intent to Apply Form for New Schools due January 31, 2025)

• Application Requirements: No match required; additional details to be published.

• More Info: California Department of Education

Need Help Applying for a CTE Grant?

Navigating the grant application process can be complex, but you don’t have to do it alone. At YaizY, we help schools design high-quality CTE programs and secure the necessary funding to bring them to life. If your school is interested in applying for one of these grants, we can assist in crafting a strong application that aligns with funding goals and maximizes your chances of success.

📩 Contact us today at hello@yaizy.io to explore how we can support your school's CTE funding needs!