Scholarship America, HCM Strategists, the National College Attainment Network, and EdTrust are proud to announce a new grant opportunity for states, Scaling State Emergency Aid Initiative, supported by Ascendium Education Group.
The initiative will identify four states to receive approximately two and a half years of funding and tailored support to develop and advance a new statewide emergency aid grant program. Eligible applicants include state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and partnerships in states that do not currently operate a statewide emergency aid program.
For additional information and to access the Letter of Interest submission form, visit the initiative’s landing page. Proposals are due November 25, 2026.
We also invite prospective applicants to attend an informational webinar. During the webinar, project partners will discuss:
The goals and structure of the initiative
Funding and support available to selected states
Applicant eligibility and selection criteria
The application process and timeline
Questions from prospective applicants
Date: October 22, 2026
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm ET
