Description
The Iowa Department of Education is soliciting applications for FY27 Perkins V (Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act) post‑secondary awards. Eligible entities are Iowa community colleges that can demonstrate a minimum allocation of $50,000. Funds will support CTE program development, curriculum alignment, work‑based learning, industry‑recognized credentials, and partnerships with secondary schools and industry partners. The grant period runs from July 1 2026 through June 30 2027, and the total statewide allocation is roughly $5.2 million distributed proportionally based on FY 2026 Pell audit counts. Applicants must submit a completed application by the deadline, and the opportunity recurs annually.
• Eligible applicants: Iowa community colleges (or other post‑secondary institutions) meeting the $50K minimum allocation threshold.
• Funding amount: Pro‑rated allocations ranging from ~$84 K to $1.2 M per institution; total FY27 pool $5.2 M.
• Scope of work: Development and delivery of career‑technical education programs, credentialing, industry partnerships, and related services consistent with Perkins V priorities.
• Reporting & compliance: Applicants must adhere to Perkins accountability, performance‑target, and reporting requirements (see Iowa Perkins V State Plan).
• Contact for assistance: Program Officer Jeffrey Fletcher (email and phone provided).