02/12/2025
St. Matthew Community Development, Inc. Intent to Apply for 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Grant
St. Matthew Community Development, Inc. is pleased to announce its intent to apply for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Grant through the NC Dept. of Public Instruction. This federally funded grant supports the establishment of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during non-instructional hours for students, particularly those who attend schools in a high-poverty area.
If awarded, this grant will enable St. Matthew Community Development to begin to provide educational and enrichment programs that support student success including tutoring, homework assistance, STEAM, literacy programs and student support activities.
This program will also provide essential services to families, fostering a stronger connection between school, home and the community.
This notice serves as the official confirmation of St. Matthew Community Development, Inc. participation in the grant application process. Grant application submissions are due Feb. 18, 2025. Applicants will be notified of approval/non-approval on May 5, 2025. Updates regarding the application status and potential program implementation will be shared as they become available.
We welcome students, parents, guardians, volunteers, and community partners to join us in making this program successful. For more information on enrollment, volunteer opportunities, or partnerships, please get in touch with us:
For more information feel free to contact:
Rev. Shawin DuBois, SMCDC [email protected]