Education for homeless children and youth

The Michigan Department of Education received a $4.07M Formula Grant award from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education under the Education for Homeless Children and Youth program (CFDA 84.196), effective July 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. This federal formula grant supports the state's efforts to ensure homeless children and youth have equal access to free, appropriate public education by providing funds to establish and strengthen educational services and support systems for this vulnerable student population.

Under this award, Michigan will administer comprehensive services designed to identify, enroll, and support homeless students while minimizing educational disruption. The program encompasses transportation assistance, academic support, professional development for educators, and coordination with local education agencies (LEAs) to remove barriers to school participation. As is standard under this federal program, Michigan will distribute a portion of the grant through competitive subgrants to LEAs, community organizations, and educational service centers that directly serve homeless students throughout the state.