Description

The Stronger Connections Subgrant Program is funded by the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA), authorized by Title IV, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), and administered by the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE).

The purpose of the Stronger Connections Subgrant Program, as stated in the frequently asked questions, is to provide students with safer and healthier learning environments and fund only activities allowable under section 4108 of the ESEA. Subgrant funds must be used to develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive programs within high need LEAs

Funding Detail

Approximately 29 subgrants, with the minimum of $50,000 and the maximum award being $350,000. Award amounts will be determined based on the quality of applications received and total funding requested.

Documents

• Request for Proposals (DOCX, 1.18 mb – 2/28/2024)
• Frequently Asked Questions (PDF, 19kb - 3/25/26)
• Online Application
• Budget Forecast and Narrative (XLSX, 19kb - 2/28/2024)