Request for Applications
2026-27 Public Charter Schools Grant Program Start-Up Subgrant
Note: The due date for the request for applications has passed. This page is for reference and administration of funding.
The Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP) is a discretionary grant program administered by the California Department of Education, on behalf of the State Board of Education, through funding awarded by the federal Charter Schools Program. PCSGP applications are reviewed by peer evaluators and awarded to school developers to assist in the development and initial operations of newly established or conversion charter schools as well as to assist in the expansion and replication of high-quality charter schools. PCSGP applicants must be a non-profit entity or Local Education Agency at the time of application submission. Individuals and for-profit entities will not meet eligibility requirements.
Program Questions: PCSGP@cde.ca.gov, email: PCSGP@cde.ca.gov, phone: 916-322-6029
Downloading Questions: PCSGP Team, email: PCSGP@cde.ca.gov, phone: 916-322-6029
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| Complete description of the PCSGP 2026–27 Funding Competition: Start-Up Subgrant, eligibility requirements, funding, and subgrantee accountability. This document contains detailed instructions for the work plan and budget forms. | |
| Application packet containing detailed instructions and Forms 1-7. | |
Form 8 - Budget Summary and Narrative (XLSX; Posted 12-June-2026) |
Forms 8 - Budget Summary and Narrative Excel Workbook with detailed instructions. |
| PCSGP Start-Up Subgrant Scoring Rubric (DOCX; Posted 12-June-2026) |
Rubric for peer reviewer scoring of PCSGP Start-Up Subgrant applications. |
| Intent to Apply Form (PDF; Posted 12-June-2026) | Intent to apply form, including self-evaluation eligibility checklist. It is recommended that all applicants complete and submit this form to PCSGP@cde.ca.gov by July 20, 2026. |
Certifications and Assurances
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| General Assurances & Certifications | Required as a condition prior to receiving funds. Applicants will need to download, read, and file the General Assurances and Certifications document in their school files. This document is to be kept on file for compliance reviews, complaint investigations, or audits. |
| General Education Provisions Act | Notice to applicants for federal funds to include in the application a description of the steps the applicant proposes to take to ensure equitable access to its federally assisted program for participants with special needs. |
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