Uncle Sam Seeks Ideas for Super-Smart Kids: Javits Grants Open Wide
Published Date: 4/27/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Education is opening a grant competition for FY 2026 to help schools better identify and support gifted and talented students. Eligible groups like schools, universities, and agencies can apply by June 23, 2026, to fund research and projects that improve gifted education nationwide. This is a great chance to bring fresh ideas and meaningful learning opportunities to bright young minds!
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FY2026 Javits Grant Competition Open
The Department of Education opened a competitive grant competition for the Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Education Program for Fiscal Year 2026. Eligible organizations (State educational agencies, local educational agencies, the Bureau of Indian Education, institutions of higher education, other public agencies, and private agencies or organizations) may apply through Grants.gov by 11:59:59 p.m. Eastern time on June 23, 2026.
Priorities Guide What Gets Funded
To receive funding, applicants must meet the competition's priorities: two absolute priorities focused on developing new information to improve schools' ability to identify and serve gifted and talented students (including a priority referencing Returning Education to the States), and a competitive preference priority called Meaningful Learning Opportunities for Students. These priorities shape which projects are selected for awards.
Faith-Based Groups Eligible to Apply
Faith-based organizations are explicitly eligible to apply for and receive a grant under this program on the same basis as any other private organization, consistent with Appendix A to 34 CFR part 75. This allows faith-based applicants to compete for Javits program funding.
Accessible Application Materials Available
Individuals with disabilities can request an accessible format of this notice from the contact person listed (Mildred Horner-Smith) to obtain the document in an accessible format. The Department provides that accommodation on request.
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