Equity Leads 2026-27

Funding Description

The Equity Leads were established in 2023 under Senate Bill 114, Section 79 (Chapter 48 of the Statutes of 2023) as part of California Statewide System of Support as a key lead initiative. The Equity Leads will partner with local educational agencies (LEAs) to identify barriers and opportunities and implement actions and services to meet the identified needs of all pupils, including by addressing racial disparities in opportunities and academic outcomes. Additionally, Equity Leads will Identify existing resources (including support for educator preparation, recruitment, retention, and professional development) and monitor the impact of the implementation of local control and accountability plan goals. Equity Leads will prioritize support to schools receiving Equity Multiplier Funding.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants	Local educational agencies
Required Eligibility Criteria	The application may be submitted by a LEA (e.g., county office of education or school district) or a consortium of that demonstrates the capacity to meet statutory goals and responsibilities outlined in the Request for Applications.
Other Eligibility Considerations	This is a multi-year grant (five years) beginning July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2029. The 2024-26 funding will be rolled over for the 2026-27 grant year (Year 3).
Eligible Grade Level(s)	4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Eligible Age Level(s)	4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18

Funding

Legal Authority	Education Code 52073.5, 2023 Statutes, Chapter 48, Section 79.
Source / Type	State / Grant
State Fiscal Year	2026-27
SACS Resource / Revenue Codes	7810 / 8590
Total Available	$1,500,000
Recipient Amount	Variable, based on grant formula.
Match Requirement	No
Allocation Formula	The grant allocation will be determined by the California Department of Education and California Collaborative for Educational Excellence based on the number of LEAs being supported by the work of each selected Equity Lead.

Important Dates

Date Application Available	Unavailable
Due Date	Unavailable
Expected Notification Date	Unavailable

Additional Information

Application	Unavailable
Background	Equity Lead Agencies [http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/sw/t1/equityleadagencies.asp]
Fiscal	Unavailable
Other	Unavailable

Contacts

Program	California System of Support, 916-319-0609, CASystemofSupport@cde.ca.gov
Fiscal	California System of Support, 916-319-0609, CASystemofSupport@cde.ca.gov
Division	Student Achievement and Support Division, 916-319-0609