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GrantPennsylvania 2026-27 Ready to Learn Block Grant — School Physical & Mental Health Uses
Atlas Opportunity Score96/100
FundingApproximately $1.948 billion statewide across the 2026-27 Ready to Learn appropriation; individual school-entity allocations vary and are published by PDE.
DeadlineFoundation and Adequacy application due October 16, 2026; the public page does not state a closing time. Tax Equity applications open November 2, 2026 and are due February 28, 2027.
Required next actionBefore the September 14 opening, confirm the school entity's 2026-27 Ready to Learn allocation in PDE's allocation spreadsheet and identify a qualifying Foundation or Adequacy use. For healthcare-focused projects, build a plan around allowable physical or mental health services for children and families, supportive learning environments, student-services infrastructure, or a related evidence-based support; confirm the project supplements rather than violates program restrictions; prepare the eGrants narratives and required electronic signature; and submit the Foundation and Adequacy application by October 16, 2026.
Current statusUpcomingSource verificationAugust 29, 2026Tracked applicant typesSchool or School District
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