Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE): Charter Schools Program (CSP): Grants to Charter Management Organizations for the Replication and Expansion of High-Quality Charter Schools Assistance Listing Number 84.282M
ID: 358965Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358965

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-05-15/pdf/2025-08657.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Education is offering grants through the Charter Schools Program (CSP) to Charter Management Organizations (CMOs) for the replication and expansion of high-quality charter schools. The program aims to support CMOs in increasing student enrollment or expanding educational offerings in existing charter schools, with a focus on innovative practices and community engagement. Approximately $72 million is available for this initiative, with individual awards ranging from $300,000 to $20 million, and applications will be accepted from May 15, 2025, until the deadline of June 18, 2025. For further information, applicants can contact Stephanie S. Jones at (202) 453-7835 or via email at CMOCompetition@ed.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    CMOCompetition@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2024-30488.pdf
    The Department of Education has updated its common instructions for applicants to discretionary grant programs, superseding the previous version published in December 2022. The revised instructions serve as a centralized resource, detailing the application submission process, including where to access application packages, required formatting, and essential registrations such as the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). Applicants must electronically submit their applications via Grants.gov, adhering to strict deadlines and ensuring compliance with content requirements. Notably, the updated guidance includes information on utilizing Artificial Intelligence in applications, emphasizing accountability and promoting responsible usage aligned with government frameworks. Applicants are advised to review the common instructions carefully, considering the potential impacts of AI on their grant proposals. Additionally, the Department encourages early submission to account for any technical issues. The document provides specific steps and supports for both electronic and paper applications, underscoring the importance of adhering to submission procedures to qualify for funding.
    2025-08657.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Education has announced the opening of applications for the Expanding Opportunity Through Quality Charter Schools Program (CSP) for fiscal year 2025, focusing on grants to Charter Management Organizations (CMOs) for replicating and expanding high-quality charter schools. Applications can be submitted from May 15, 2025, with a deadline of June 18, 2025. Approximately $72 million is available, with individual awards ranging from $300,000 to $20 million, averaging $2.5 million. The program encourages CMOs to increase student enrollment or expand educational offerings in existing high-quality charter schools. A competitive preference priority is available for proposals reopening underperforming public schools as charter schools, emphasizing innovation in educational practices. Applicants must demonstrate their operational capability, the quality of their charter schools, and detailed project designs, including compliance with educational standards and student support measures. An emphasis is placed on ensuring accessibility for students with disabilities and engaging community stakeholders in governance. Additionally, eligible applicants may seek waivers for federal requirements, and performance measures will be monitored throughout the project period to ensure compliance and progress.
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