2026-2027 Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC), Cycle 13, Year 1

Due Date: February 17. 2026

Funder: TEA

Who Qualifies: The eligible applicants are school systems, including local educational agencies (LEAs), independent school districts (ISDs), open-enrollment charter schools; and regional education service centers (ESCs); community-based organizations (CBOs) including Faith-based organizations (FBOs); tribal organization (as such terms are defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Act (25 U.S.C. 450b); other public or private entities; or a consortium of two or more eligible organizations.

Project Focus: Early Childhood Education

Geographic Focus Area: Texas

Grant Amounts: $150,000 to $2 million

Website: https://tea4avalonzo.tea.state.tx.us/GrantOpportunities/forms/GrantProgramSearch.aspx