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California National Archery in the Schools Program 2026 (CalNASP) Equipment Grant

CalNASP is an equipment-only opportunity for California K–12 educational institutions that are not already affiliated with NASP. It supports 12–20 new schools each fiscal year with a starter archery kit intended to enable NASP instruction in PE classes. Applicants must submit an application and a Grant Criterion letter from the proposed Archery Instructor explaining curriculum integration and potential student impact. Awardees must then have all proposed instructors complete free NASP national training before beginning instruction. The packet does not provide award value, cost-share information, formal scoring criteria, or a complete 2026 submission deadline and time-zone record.

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Geography

Projects may occur on state or federal lands. The CalNASP grant is for equipment only. No funds will be distributed directly to schools. Funds will be used to purchase equipment, and equipment will be delivered directly to schools.

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Disadvantaged Communities, Education, Parks & Recreation

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CalNASP is an equipment-only opportunity for California K–12 educational institutions that are not already affiliated with NASP. It supports 12–20 new schools each fiscal year with a starter archery kit intended to enable NASP instruction in PE classes. Applicants must submit an application and a Grant Criterion letter from the proposed Archery Instructor explaining curriculum integration and potential student impact. Awardees must then have all proposed instructors complete free NASP national training before beginning instruction. The packet does not provide award value, cost-share information, formal scoring criteria, or a complete 2026 submission deadline and time-zone record.

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What the funder is trying to accomplish

The program aims to establish NASP at 12–20 new schools each fiscal year by providing a starter archery equipment kit so schools can begin the program in PE classes. It is limited to schools that are not already affiliated with NASP.

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Strong-fit project signals

The school is a California K–12 educational institution and is not already affiliated with NASP. A proposed Archery Instructor is identified and can provide the required Grant Criterion letter addressing NASP’s integration into the curriculum and its potential student impact. The school has a practical plan to incorporate NASP into PE classes, the setting identified for starting the program. All proposed NASP instructors can complete the free national training after award and before the school begins teaching NASP curriculum. The school can receive and use the specified starter kit, which includes bows, targets, an arrow-resistant net, bow racks, arrows, and a maintenance kit.

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What reviewers may prioritize

The evidence packet provides no formal scoring criteria or reviewer priorities. It is reasonable to infer that the required Grant Criterion will be central: it must explain how NASP will be integrated into the curriculum and its potential student impact. Eligibility as a new NASP-affiliated school and ability to complete training are confirmed program requirements, but the packet does not establish their relative scoring weight.

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What this grant funds

The CalNASP grant is awarded to 12-20 new schools each fiscal year. (July 1-June 30). The grant pays for a starter archery equipment kit so new schools can start the program in their PE classes. The kit includes: Twelve Genesis compound bows, five bulls-eye targets, one arrow-resistant net, one or two bow racks, five dozen arrows and an equipment maintenance kit. To be awarded the grant, schools cannot already be affiliated with NASP. They must fill out the grant application and submit a Grant Criterion. A Grant Criterion is a letter from the school's proposed Archery Instructor detailing how NASP will be integrated into their curriculum and the potential impact it will have on students. Grant applications and Criterion must be submitted by 7/30 each year. Grant awardees will be announced by 9/15, with equipment being purchased and distributed by 12/15. After grant awardees are announced, awarding schools must have all proposed NASP instructors complete NASP national training (provided for free up and down California). Once a school has a trained instructor and their equipment kit, the school can start teaching NASP curriculum.

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Expected awards
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Geography
Projects may occur on state or federal lands. The CalNASP grant is for equipment only. No funds will be distributed directly to schools. Funds will be used to purchase equipment, and equipment will be delivered directly to schools.
Cost share
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Assistance listing
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Mission alignment

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Geographic fit

Projects may occur on state or federal lands. The CalNASP grant is for equipment only. No funds will be distributed directly to schools. Funds will be used to purchase equipment, and equipment will be delivered directly to schools.

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Other requirements
Any K-12 educational institution in California not already affiliated with NASP may apply for the CalNASP Grant. This includes Charter and Homeschools as well.

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Is California National Archery in the Schools Program 2026 (CalNASP) Equipment Grant currently open?

Yes, based on the latest source record. The deadline is Not specified. Because funders can amend or extend notices, confirm the date and submission instructions on the official application page. The source was last checked 8/23/2026.

How much funding does California National Archery in the Schools Program 2026 (CalNASP) Equipment Grant provide?

California National Archery in the Schools Program 2026 (CalNASP) Equipment Grant lists Not specified per award. The expected number of awards has not been captured, so the award range alone should not be treated as an estimate of competitiveness.

Who can apply to California National Archery in the Schools Program 2026 (CalNASP) Equipment Grant?

Business; Nonprofit; Public Agency. Any K-12 educational institution in California not already affiliated with NASP may apply for the CalNASP Grant. This includes Charter and Homeschools as well. Applicants should still complete the eligibility quiz and verify every condition in the official notice; a general fit does not override exclusions or registration requirements.

Does California National Archery in the Schools Program 2026 (CalNASP) Equipment Grant require matching funds?

The captured source facts do not clearly establish a matching-funds requirement. Do not assume that means no match is required: review the budget and cost-sharing sections of the official notice before approving the project budget.

What should I prepare before applying to California National Archery in the Schools Program 2026 (CalNASP) Equipment Grant?

Effort unclear is expected. The captured requirements include other requirements. Start by confirming eligibility and registrations, then work backward from Not specified using the preparation plan above.

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