Grants to Military-Connected Local Educational Agencies for the World Language Advancement and Readiness Program
Agency: DoD Education Activity
Assistance Listings: 12.556 -- Competitive Grants: Promoting K-12 Student Achievement at Military-Connected Schools
Description
Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) plans to award multiple WORLD LANGUAGE grants, subject to funding availability. Each grant will range from $500,000 to $2,000,000. Award amount is subject to eligibility requirements as described within this announcement. Period of performance for each grant awarded under this announcement will begin on September 30, 2026, and will end on May 31, 2031. All applicants who are selected for award will be notified by DoWEA of their award selection no later than September 30, 2026. This announcement is for the World Language Advancement and Readiness Program Grant only! Prospective applicants must complete the mandatory forms and project narrative in accordance with the instructions provided.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Education
- Independent school districts
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
DoWEA Grant Program Office
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| FINAL___FY26_WLARP_NOFO_.pdf | Notice of Funding Opportunity | Mar 23, 2026 06:37 PM UTC |
| 2026_DoDEA_BudgetTable.xlsx | Excel Budget Table | Mar 23, 2026 06:22 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
Closing: April 24, 2026
Award
$15,000,000
Program Funding
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Expected awards
$500,000
Award Minimum
$2,000,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
HE125426R5000
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Education
Category Explanation:
History
Version:
4
Posted date:
March 23, 2026
Archive date:
May 24, 2026
