The Patterson Family Foundation is seeking applications for its Career and Technical Education Grant.
Donor Name: Patterson Family Foundation
State: Kansas, Missouri
County: Selected Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 05/13/2026
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
This opportunity strengthens career readiness pathways in public school districts by aligning CTE programs with local and regional workforce needs. Funding helps districts equip students with industry-relevant skills, certifications, and experiences that lead to high-demand careers and strengthen connections between students and local employers, while also addressing regional workforce shortages and supporting economic growth. Applicants should plan to report on student participation, credential attainment, work-based learning or internship placements, local job placements, and business or industry partnerships established or strengthened through the project.
Eligible uses of Funds
- Equipment and technology
- Work-based learning opportunities
- Professional Development for teachers, counselors, and administrators
- Industry partnerships
- Student support to ensure access.
Eligibility Criteria
- Location: Eligible applicants must be located in or directly serving a county or community within the Patterson Family Foundation’s Kansas or western Missouri catchment area.
- Nonprofit Status: Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, public school district, government entity, or be sponsored by an organization that meets these classifications.
For more information, visit Patterson Family Foundation.
