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Riviera Beach Education Advisory Board

Early Learning & K-12 Educational Support Grant

Funding educational programs that strengthen early learning, academic achievement, and college, career, and workforce readiness for Riviera Beach children and families.

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Application deadline September 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. The application period opened August 24, 2026. Submit the complete application and all required attachments by the deadline.
Up to $2,500Individual applicants

Eligible educators and providers serving Riviera Beach students.

Up to $10,000Schools and organizations

Eligible institutions and organizations may request the full amount.

100 pointsStandard evaluation rubric

Applications are independently reviewed and scores are averaged.

Program overview

About the Grant

The program supports schools, early learning providers, childcare centers, nonprofit organizations, and faith-based organizations delivering educational programming that addresses the educational, developmental, and well-being needs of Riviera Beach children and families.

Program Goals

  • Improve kindergarten readiness and early literacy outcomes.
  • Expand access to high-quality educational programming.
  • Strengthen partnerships among the City, schools, and community organizations.
  • Support workforce readiness and college/career preparation.

What Strong Proposals Show

  • A clear educational or community need and expected impact.
  • Realistic activities, staffing, milestones, and implementation timeline.
  • Specific, measurable outcomes and a sound evaluation plan.
  • A detailed budget tied directly to project activities.
  • Capacity to successfully complete and document the work.
Eligibility

Who May Apply

Eligibility is limited to qualified applicants serving Riviera Beach students. Credentials, employment, affiliation, registration, and licensure may be verified.

Individuals - Up to $2,500

  • Certified K-12 public school teachers serving Riviera Beach students.
  • Qualified or certified early childhood educators.
  • Licensed or credentialed daycare providers.
  • Licensed or credentialed home-based childcare or early learning providers.
  • Qualified educators/providers in eligible Riviera Beach educational settings.

Schools, Institutions & Organizations - Up to $10,000

  • Riviera Beach public K-12 schools.
  • Eligible Riviera Beach early learning centers.
  • Licensed childcare/daycare and home-based providers.
  • Educational institutions serving Riviera Beach students.
  • Qualifying nonprofit educational organizations serving Riviera Beach students.
Verification notice: False, misleading, expired, or unverifiable information may result in ineligibility or withdrawal of an award. Applications from the same school, organization, or institution are limited to four individual submissions and one school/institution/organization application.
Strategic alignment

Three Major Priorities

Early Learning & Kindergarten Readiness

Strengthen early development, school readiness, and family support.

Literacy & Academic Achievement

Improve reading, language, STEM, and overall academic outcomes across grade levels.

College, Career & Workforce Readiness

Expand leadership, postsecondary preparation, workforce skills, and pathways to opportunity.

Additional priority areas: Early Childhood Education, Kindergarten Readiness, Literacy, STEM, College & Career Readiness, Family Engagement, Student Leadership, Workforce Development, and Community Partnerships.

Revised schedule

2026-2027 Grant Timeline

Date Milestone What Happens
August 18, 2026 Grant Program Approved The Education Advisory Board approved the opportunity, framework, guidelines, and application process.
August 24, 2026 Application Opens The online application officially opens.
August 24-September 25, 2026 Application & Outreach Applications are accepted; outreach, applicant information, and technical assistance may be provided.
September 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Application Deadline The application period closes.
September 7-30, 2026 Administrative Eligibility Screening Applications are reviewed for completeness and eligibility.
September 26-30, 2026 Evaluation & Review Eligible applications are evaluated and scored.
October 1, 2026 Evaluation Committee Meeting The committee reviews scores and finalizes award recommendations.
October 1-2, 2026 Award Recommendations & Notice Approved applicants receive formal award information, conditions, documentation, and next steps.
No later than October 9, 2026 Grant Fund Disbursement Approved funds are processed for distribution.
October 15, 2026-May 1, 2027 Implementation & Monitoring Recipients implement projects and maintain financial, participation, and outcome records.
January 14, 2027 Midpoint Board Presentation Recipients present progress, preliminary outcomes, expenditures, and implementation updates.
May 6, 2027 Final Written Report Narrative, financial summary, budget reconciliation, outcome data, expenditure records, and supporting materials are due.
May 13, 2027 Final Board Presentation Recipients present results, student impact, expenditures, outcomes, and recommendations.
Budget guidance

Allowable & Unallowable Expenses

Examples of Allowable Expenses

  • Curriculum, instructional, literacy, early learning, STEM, arts, career, and leadership materials.
  • Educational technology, hardware, software, and subscriptions.
  • Student enrichment and educational field experiences.
  • Professional development and contracted educational services.
  • Family engagement events and educational workshops.
  • Assessment tools, project transportation, and learning equipment.
  • Project marketing and necessary administrative costs, up to 10% of the award.
  • Project-based learning, makerspace, and innovation-lab supplies.

Unallowable Expenses

  • General operating expenses unrelated to the project.
  • Debt repayment or deficit reduction.
  • Political activities or lobbying.
  • Entertainment unrelated to educational objectives.
  • Alcohol, tobacco, firearms, or controlled substances.
  • Cash awards, gift cards, or direct scholarships.
  • Construction, major renovations, or land acquisition.
  • Routine maintenance, utilities, pre-award costs, or expenses outside the grant period.
  • Costs already reimbursed by another funding source.
Home-based early learning providers: Eligible educational project expenses may include developmentally appropriate learning materials, manipulatives, books, STEM exploration materials, learning centers, educational technology, family engagement resources, and child development or school-readiness programming.
Budget reminder: Submit a detailed line-item budget, keep receipts and financial records, obtain approval before significant reallocations, and return unused funds unless otherwise authorized in writing. Matching contributions are encouraged but not required.
Review process

How Applications Are Scored

Trained reviewers independently score each eligible application. Scores are averaged, ranked recommendations are presented to the Education Advisory Board, and final decisions remain subject to available funding and approval.

Alignment with Board Priorities20 pts
Community Need15 pts
Program Design20 pts
Organizational Capacity15 pts
Budget10 pts
Evaluation Plan10 pts
Sustainability10 pts

Scoring Guidance

  • 90-100: Exceptional proposal; fully funded recommendation.
  • 75-89: Strong proposal; fund with minor conditions if applicable.
  • 60-74: Adequate proposal; consider partial funding or a revision request.
  • Below 60: Not recommended for funding in its current form.

Student impact ranges are evaluation guidance, not funding tiers. A proposal serving fewer students may still warrant up to $10,000 when its need, depth of impact, quality, and budget justify the request.

Before you submit

Applicant Checklist

  • Application completed in full.
  • Authorized signature included.
  • Detailed line-item budget attached.
  • Project timeline included.
  • Measurable outcomes identified.
  • Request is within the applicable grant maximum.
  • Expenses comply with eligible-use requirements.
  • Licenses, certifications, business tax receipt, proof of status, and other supporting documents attached, as applicable.
  • Letters of support or partnership attached, if applicable.
  • Application reviewed for accuracy.
Important: Submission does not guarantee funding. The City may verify eligibility and expenses, request documentation or clarification, recommend partial funding, establish award conditions, approve only portions of a request, or decline an application.
Answers for applicants

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

September 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

What is the maximum grant request?

Eligible individuals may request up to $2,500. Eligible schools, institutions, and organizations may request up to $10,000.

How are applications scored?

Trained reviewers independently score eligible applications using a 100-point rubric covering strategic alignment, community need, program design, organizational capacity, budget, evaluation, and sustainability.

Are student impact levels funding tiers?

No. Student ranges are general evaluation guidance only. They do not create funding caps or guaranteed awards.

What reports and presentations are required?

Grantees must track participation, outcomes, and expenditures; give a midpoint presentation on January 14, 2027; submit the final written report by May 6, 2027; and present final results on May 13, 2027.

Can an approved budget be changed?

Significant budget changes require approval from the Education Liaison before funds are reallocated.

Can an extension be requested?

Requests related to implementation or reporting must be submitted in writing before the grant period ends and are considered case by case.

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Questions or technical assistance?

Contact the Education Liaison

Kendra Spence-Wester, M.S.Ed.

Education Liaison & Consultant
Riviera Beach Education Advisory Board, City of Riviera Beach

(561) 870-9624
kswester@rivierabeach.org

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