The College Access Challenge Grant Program (CACGP) is a federal formula grant program designed to foster partnerships between government entities and philanthropic organizations. Its primary goal is to significantly increase the number of underrepresented and low-income students who enter and succeed in postsecondary education. Program Overview and Purpose
The grants fund a wide variety of activities designed to simplify the "college-going" process for families who lack social or cultural capital. Common initiatives include: College Access Challenge Grant Program (PDF) college access challenge grants
Funds are distributed to states based on a statutory formula that considers the number of residents living below the poverty line within specific age ranges (typically ages 5–17 and 15–44). The College Access Challenge Grant Program (CACGP) is
: Specifically targeting P-12 students and low-income adults with some college credit but no degree. The program focuses on:
The CACGP provides funds to states to address the barriers that prevent underrepresented students from pursuing higher education. The program focuses on: