Twenty-First Century Community Learning Centers
Active
- Assistance listing
- 84.287
- Agency
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Office of Elementary and Secondary Education
Department of Education
- Grant awards
- 2,558 $27,960,074,648 in federal obligations
Program facts
- Assistance types
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- Formula Grant
- Project Grant
- Treasury account
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- 91-1000-0-1-501
- More information
Program details come from SAM.gov Assistance Listings. Updated . Grant award figures come from USAspending.gov.
About this program
The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education administers the Twenty-First Century Community Learning Centers program (CFDA 84.287) to fund academic enrichment, literacy services, and out-of-school-time activities at community learning centers serving school-aged children and families in high-poverty and low-performing schools, with the most recent grant awards disbursed on July 1, 2026.
The program has sustained consistent activity for over two decades, with 2,558 total awards since 2001 and a stable cadence of approximately 52 to 53 awards annually over the past five years. Combined federal dollars obligated total $26.98 billion, with non-federal contributions adding $1.58 billion in matching funds. The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education dominates funding at 2,514 awards ($26.98 billion); the broader Department of Education provided 43 additional awards ($939 million), and the Bureau of Indian Affairs Albuquerque Acquisition Office issued one award ($37.5 million). The portfolio is split between Project Grants (59 percent, 1,516 awards) and Formula Grants (41 percent, 1,042 awards).
Recent formula grant awards show a wide range of magnitudes. Awards in July 2026 ranged from $6.548 million to $160.426 million obligated, with examples including $28.316 million (S287C260039), $126.692 million (S287C260044), and $104.534 million (S287C260032). Awards flow annually to state educational agencies, which then distribute subgrants to local educational agencies, community-based organizations, and other public or private entities within their states.
No current grant opportunities are open. The most recent solicitations posted were the 21st CCLC National Technical Assistance Center Cooperative Agreement (ED-GRANTS-033123-001, posted March 31, 2023, due May 30, 2023) and the Out-of-School Time Career Pathway Program grant (ED-GRANTS-062220-001, posted June 22, 2020, due September 21, 2020), both now closed. Contact the program office for current solicitation timing and eligibility requirements.
Objective and description
- Objective
To provide opportunities for communities to establish or expand activities in community learning centers that provide opportunities for academic enrichment for children, particularly students who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools. The pr
- Description
The purpose of the Twenty-First Century Community Learning Centers program is to provide opportunities for communities to establish or expand activities in community learning centers that provide opportunities for academic enrichment for children, particularly students who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools. The program is intended to help students meet state and local student academic achievement standards in core academic subjects, such as reading and math; to offer students a broad array of enrichment activities that reinforce and complement their regular academic programs; and to offer literacy and other educational services to the families of participating children.
Eligibility
- Applicant eligibility
State educational agencies (SEAs) are eligible for funds under this program. Local educational agencies, community-based organizations, and other public or private entities are eligible to apply to the SEA in state in which they are located for subgrants.
- Beneficiary eligibility
School-aged children and their families.
- Uses of assistance
Program funds may be used to provide activities that complement and reinforce the regular school-day program of participating students and may also fund local activities that are included as part of an expanded learning time (ELT) program that provides students at least 300 additional program hours before, during, or after the traditional school day. Funds may be used for a broad range of activities, such as those that support a well-rounded education; financial literacy and environmental literacy programs; programs that support a healthy and active lifestyle; services for individuals with disabilities; activities for students who are English learners; cultural programs; telecommunications and technology education programs; expanded library service hours; family engagement and literacy programs; programs for students who have been truant, suspended, or expelled; drug and violence prevention activities; programs that partner with in-demand fields of the local workforce; and programs that build skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This program is subject to non-supplanting requirements and must use a restricted indirect cost rate which is referenced under 34 CFR 76.564-76.569. For assistance call the Office of Chief Financial Officer/Indirect Cost Group on (202) 708-7770.
- Length and time phasing of assistance
Awards are made annually.
How to apply
- Criteria for selecting proposals
Contact the program office for information.
- Award procedure
Contact the program office for this information.
Grant opportunities
Grant awards
Latest 10 of 2,558 listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Top recipients by federal obligations
| Rank | Recipient | Federal obligations | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Department Of Education California | $2,786,515,952 | 10% |
| 2 | TX Education Agency | $2,215,081,288 | 8% |
| 3 | New York State Education Department | $1,860,106,712 | 7% |
| 4 | Florida Department Of Education | $1,246,681,260 | 4% |
| 5 | Illinois State Board Of Education | $1,002,320,192 | 4% |
| 6 | Pennsylvania Dept Of Education | $914,203,732 | 3% |
| 7 | Ohio Department Of Education | $855,428,368 | 3% |
| 8 | Georgia Dept Of Education | $802,018,526 | 3% |
| 9 | Michigan Department Of Education | $762,107,600 | 3% |
| 10 | Department Of Education Of Puerto Rico | $660,771,090 | 2% |
10 of 62 recipients listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Federal obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Federal obligations |
|---|---|
| FY2026 | $1,321,812,022 |
| FY2025 | $1,324,144,254 |
| FY2024 | $1,303,600,133 |
| FY2023 | $1,331,471,613 |
| FY2022 | $1,263,052,670 |
| FY2021 | $1,236,528,771 |
| FY2020 | $1,224,136,423 |
| FY2019 | $1,194,013,634 |
| FY2018 | $1,186,683,962 |
| FY2017 | $1,166,910,328 |
| FY2016 | $1,142,065,879 |
| FY2015 | $1,124,120,279 |
| FY2014 | $1,121,070,485 |
| FY2013 | $1,075,610,051 |
| FY2012 | $1,128,639,751 |
| FY2011 | $1,130,776,604 |
| FY2010 | $1,146,695,080 |
| FY2009 | $1,110,028,941 |
| FY2008 | $1,065,247,999 |
| FY2007 | $957,365,264 |
| FY2006 | $961,542,906 |
| FY2005 | $971,255,897 |
| FY2004 | $979,089,101 |
| FY2003 | $879,619,272 |
| FY2002 | $434,882,785 |
| FY2001 | $145,737,852 |
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Quick answers
What is Assistance Listing 84.287?
Assistance Listing 84.287 is Twenty-First Century Community Learning Centers, a federal grant program run by Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (Department of Education).
What is the CFDA number for Twenty-First Century Community Learning Centers?
Its CFDA number is 84.287: Assistance Listing numbers were called CFDA numbers before 2018.
How much funding has Assistance Listing 84.287 awarded?
2,558 grant awards under 84.287 have obligated $27,960,074,648 in federal funds to 62 recipients.
Who receives the most funding from 84.287?
The recipients obligated the most under Twenty-First Century Community Learning Centers are Department Of Education California ($2,786,515,952), TX Education Agency ($2,215,081,288) and New York State Education Department ($1,860,106,712).
How much did 84.287 obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Grants under 84.287 obligated $1,324,144,254 in federal funds in fiscal year 2025.
Are there open grant opportunities under 84.287?
No opportunity listed under 84.287 is open now. The latest, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE): School Support and Accountability Programs: Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) National Technical Assistance Center (NTAC), Assistance Listing Number 84.287E, was posted on March 31, 2023.
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