Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE): Project to Support America’s Families and Educators (Project SAFE) Grant Program Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.184N
ID: 335739Type: Posted
Overview

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Department of Education (ED)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Education is offering the Project SAFE Grant Program, aimed at providing financial resources to local educational agencies (LEAs) to enhance student safety and well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible applicants must implement CDC-recommended strategies for COVID-19 prevention, such as promoting vaccination and consistent mask use, while facing financial penalties from state entities for adhering to these guidelines. This initiative underscores the federal commitment to supporting educational institutions in maintaining safe in-person learning environments despite financial challenges. The total funding available is estimated at $3.2 million, with individual grants ranging from $50,000 to $350,000, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For further information, interested parties can contact Amy Banks at ProjectSAFE@ed.gov or call 202-453-6704.

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    Posted
    The U.S. Department of Education has initiated the Project SAFE grant program to provide resources for local educational agencies (LEAs) aimed at improving student safety and well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is financially supported by the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) funds and targets LEAs facing financial penalties imposed by state entities for adhering to CDC guidance on pandemic safety measures. Eligible applicants must demonstrate the implementation of CDC-recommended strategies such as vaccination promotion, mask use, and contact tracing while incurring financial penalties for these strategies. The total grant funding available is estimated to be $3.2 million, with amounts ranging from $50,000 to $350,000 per application, based specifically on the amount of penalties incurred. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with the primary goal of sustaining safe in-person learning while addressing state-imposed financial barriers. This initiative reflects the federal government's commitment to ensuring that educational institutions can prioritize health and safety without the risk of financial repercussions, which have become increasingly critical in light of ongoing pandemic challenges.
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