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Unlocking Grant Opportunities for CTE Programs in California K-12 Schools
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Mar 7, 2025

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
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
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
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!