How and where can local education nonprofits provide services to local schools through stimulus funds?
• A: The use of ARRA stimulus dollars is ultimately a local school district decision. School districts are required to follow all applicable rules and regulations in spending ARRA stimulus money. Local nonprofit organizations may contact local school districts to provide information on service provided by the organization. Additionally, the U.S. Department of Education will use up to $650 million to make competitive awards under the “Invest in What Works and Innovation” fund. These awards will reward local education agencies, or LEAs, or nonprofit organizations that have made significant gains in closing achievement gaps to serve as models for best practices. Additional information will be forthcoming in fall 2009 from the U.S. Department of Education.
