Grants and Other Financial Assistance Programs: FY2008
Fund Code: 669
Adult Basic Education Distance Learning Program
| FUNDS ALLOCATED: | $294,334 (Federal) |
| FUNDS REQUESTED: | $573,972 |
| PURPOSE: The purpose of this grant program is to provide adult learners with the opportunity to continue to achieve their educational goals through distance learning while overcoming barriers including, but not limited to, physical access to an Adult Basic Education program, scheduling and work issues, child care issues, waiting lists, and travel obstacles. |
| NUMBER OF PROPOSALS RECEIVED: | 4 |
| NUMBER OF PROPOSALS RECOMMENDED: | 2 |
| NUMBER OF PROPOSALS NOT RECOMMENDED: | 2 |
| RESULT OF FUNDING: Approximately 120 adult learners will benefit from Adult Basic Education instruction through distance learning. Grant awards range from $144,334 to $150,000. |
| RECIPIENT |
AMOUNT |
| Notre Dame Education Center (South Boston) | $150,000 |
| Quinsigamond Community College (Worcester) | 144,334 |
| TOTAL FEDERAL FUNDS | $294,334 |
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