Federal Grant Award Summary

Roosevelt University received a $762,970 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education under the American History and Civics Education program (CFDA 84.422) for the period October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. While the specific deliverables are not detailed in the award documentation, this funding supports initiatives aligned with the program's core mission to enhance K-12 American history and civics education through evidence-based instructional strategies and educational programs. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution with established expertise in educational programming, Roosevelt University is positioned to develop and deliver products or services that strengthen students' understanding of American civic institutions, with particular emphasis on benefiting low-income and underserved student populations.

The American History and Civics Education program typically funds projects involving curriculum innovation, professional development for educators, and civic engagement programs. Roosevelt University's award, being one of approximately 120 competitively selected projects in this program area, likely contributes to the broader federal initiative supporting Presidential Academies, Congressional Academies, or National Activities grants designed to improve the quality of American history and government teaching and learning in elementary and secondary schools.