PLTW Computer Science - New Program (Caterpillar Foundation) Grant

The PLTW Computer Science program, supported by the Caterpillar Foundation, aims to enhance STEM education in underserved communities. Grants of $20,000 will be awarded to public and charter schools to implement PLTW Computer Science courses over two academic years. This initiative focuses on building workforce readiness and ensuring students gain essential skills in a rapidly evolving job market, thereby creating opportunities for future success.

Investments in workforce readiness and STEM aim to create human infrastructure through an empowered, prepared, and skilled workforce.
Caterpillar Foundation has partnered with PLTW to expand access to STEM education in under served communities. Through this partnership, Caterpillar Foundation is supporting PLTW grants to schools interested in starting and expanding PLTW programs beginning in the next academic year.
Program Requirements
Grantee must offer at least one PLTW Computer Science course in the 2025-2026 academic year and must offer one additional different course in the 2026-2027 academic year (two different courses in two years). Grantee may implement any PLTW Computer Science courses of their choosing.

Eligibility

School Type: Public, CharterGeographic Area:Schools in the following communities will be notified if they are eligible for the grant opportunity:AL: AlbertvilleCA: Kearny-Mesa, San DiegoCO: DenverGA: Alpharetta, Atlanta, GriffinIL: Champaign, PontiacIN: FranklinKY: DecourseyMI: MenomineeMO: Boonville, West PlainsNC: Winston-SalemND: West FargoPA: YorkTN: NashvilleTX: Denison, Mabank, San Antonio, Schertz, Seguin, WacoAllowable Expenses:PLTW Participation Fee; Required computers and/or tablets; Program required equipment and supplies; PLTW Core Training and the following related expenses incurred: travel, room, and board

Ineligibility

Unallowable Expenses:Benefits; Meals; Infrastructure; Renovations; Indirect Costs; Equipment and supplies listed as Optional; Participation Fees; Training Cancellation Fees; Training Substitution Fees; Trainings where there was a no-show; Trainings where a credential was not earned; Salaries; Stipends for use during PLTW Core Training; Stipends unrelated to PLTW Core Training; Any other expenses not specified as allowable