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School Nurse Workforce Grant Funding Announcement
School Nurse Workforce Grant Funding Announcement
*Applications Closed 1/31/22 - View Funded Recepients HERE*
In collaboration with CDC and CDPHE, CDE is excited to announce a funding opportunity to increase the capacity of the school nurse workforce! The School Nurse Workforce Grant (SNWG) will provide over $8 million to local education providers to recruit and hire full time school nurses, convert part time school nurse positions to full time positions, as well as retain qualified school nurses for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years.
Grant Timeline
- Application Information Webinar: January 6, 2022, at 10 am
- Intent to Apply Due: January 7, 2022, by 11:59 pm
- Applications Due: January 31, 2022, by 11:59 pm
- Notice of Award: No later than February 25, 2022
Grant Program FAQ & Webinar
Application Information Webinar
1/6/22 Information Webinar - Recording
1/6/22 Information Webinar - PowerPoint and Presenter Notes (PPT)
Grant Application Materials & Process:
Submit Intent to Apply
Review Application (Word)
Complete School Recipient Info
Complete Excel Budget *updated 1/6/22
Complete & Sign Assurances
Complete Financial Survey
Submit Online Application
APPLICATIONS CLOSED 1/31/22
Grant Application Toolkit:
- Colorado Registered Nurse Salary Information
- Grant Application FAQs
- Grant Writing Resources
- Recommended First Aid Equipment and Supplies for Schools (page 69 of Emergency Guidelines for Schools)
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