The California Department of Education, Expanded Learning Division recently shared the information below to After School Education and Safety (ASES) Universal Applicants:

The Expanded Learning Division (EXLD) of the California Department of Education (CDE) is pleased to announce the release of the ASES Universal Program Request for Applications (RFA) for funding beginning in the 2025–26 fiscal year (FY). The ASES Universal RFA is for new program sites or for current grantees that wish to apply for increased funding to the legislative cap. The ASES Universal RFA can be found on the CDE Funding Opportunities web page located at RFA: After School Education and Safety (CA Dept of Education). The RFA will provide background and details of all the application requirements.

For more information about ASES Grants, please access the ASES Frequently Asked Questions located on the CDE website at Expanded Learning FAQ’s.

The original application packet must be mailed and have a postmark on, or before Wednesday, January 15, 2025, and mailed to the EXLD. Mail the original, printed hard copy, with “wet” signature, using blue ink. The application packet needs to be mailed to the address below. Postmarks will be honored. The EXLD is not accepting emailed ASES Universal applications.

Expanded Learning Division
California Department of Education 
ASES Universal Grant Application
1430 N Street, Suite 3400
Sacramento, CA 95814-5901

In-person delivery of applications to the CDE is not allowed. All applications must be submitted through a United States mail service.

If there are any questions regarding the subject, please contact the Expanded Learning Division by phone at 916-319-0923 or by email at expandedlearning@cde.ca.gov.

Expanded Learning Division
California Department of Education