Stronger Connections Grant Program

The Stronger Connections Grant Program is a competitive grant program, authorized under the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act of 2022. The grant program is intended to support high-need Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) in establishing safe, healthy, and supportive learning opportunities and environments, and to prevent and respond to acts of bullying, violence, and hate that impact our school communities at individual and systemic levels. 

The New York State Education Department awarded Stronger Connections Grant Funding to 44 LEAs across New York. These LEAs will receive $69.3 million.

Press Release: State Education Department Announces $69.3M in Stronger Connections Grants - January 17, 2024