The California Department of Education Afterschool Division released a Request for Applications for After School Education and Safety (ASES) Universal and Renewal grants. Approximately $4 million in funding is available for ASES Universal grants. The remaining funds are obligated for on-going grants funded via the Renewal application. The Renewal application is for existing grant recipients in Renewal Cycle A who wish to continue funding at existing levels. The Universal application is for new applicants and for existing grant recipients who wish to increase funding. Agencies that wish to be considered for funding in 2016-2017 must submit new applications. All applications are due February 12, 2016. Access the ASES applications