2026-2028 Innovative Services for Students with Autism Grant

Application Open Early Spring 2026

Funds available for school years 2026-2027 and 2027-2028

Grant Overview

• All Texas local education agencies (LEAs) are eligible to apply for grant funding to increase their capacity to implement innovative programs that effectively serve students with autism ages 3 through 21.
• LEAs may apply individually or in collaboration with other districts or open-enrollment charter schools. Prioritization of funding is given to collaborative applications.
• The project will result in effective, scalable models that can be replicated in other areas of the state.
• The authorization of the grant comes from the 89th Texas Legislature.

Application Requirements

To be eligible for a grant award, the LEA’s application must incorporate:

• evidence-based practices
• data collection on student achievement and improvement
• parental support and collaboration
• meaningful inclusion
• ability to replicate the program for students statewide

Who is eligible to apply?

School districts and open-enrollment charter schools are eligible to apply for the grant.

Contact Information

For grant application content questions email autismgrant@esc13.txed.net