The Expanded Learning Division (EXLD) of the California Department of Education (CDE) is pleased to announce the release of the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) and High School After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens (ASSETs) Programs one-time Supplemental Funding Request for Applications (RFA). Only existing Cohort 13, 14, and 15 21st CCLC elementary/middle, High School ASSETs and After School Education and Safety (ASES) grantees are eligible to apply.

This one-time grant can be utilized to enhance existing ASES, 21st CCLC elementary/middle or ASSETs before school, after school, or summer/ supplemental program, providing opportunities for evidence-based enrichment, academic or physical activities. The focus should be on student populations described in Section 1111(b)(2)(B)(xi) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 United States Code [U.S.C.] 6311[b][2][B][xi]), students experiencing homelessness, and children and youth in foster care. The Grant Award Notification will include the Performance Period of July 1, 2025-September 30, 2026, with all awarded funds required to be expended by September 30, 2026.   

The 21st CCLC and ASSETs Supplemental Funding RFA can be found on the CDE Funding webpage at RFA: 21st Century Community Learning Centers Supplemental Funding (CA Dept of Education). The RFA will provide background and details of all the application requirements. 

Applicants must submit an electronic copy of the application to the Expanded Learning Division (EXLD) by email at 21stCCLCandASSETsRFA@cde.ca.gov no later than October 31, 2025. When emailing, please include your agency name, ASSIST-generated application number, and “21st CCLC and ASSETs Supplemental Funding Application” in the subject line. Application forms should be attached to the email. All signatures must be original. Applications that are submitted with signature stamps, electronic stamps, or any form of reproduced stamps will be disqualified.

Mailed or in-person delivery of applications to the CDE is not permitted; all applications must be submitted electronically.

The EXLD will host an office hour to provide a brief overview of the RFA and address questions on Friday Oct. 3, 2025, from 10-11am, Participants may join with the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84275808838

Password: 21stRFA

If you have any questions regarding this subject, please contact the EXLD by email at 21stCCLCandASSETsRFA@cde.ca.gov.