The Impact Aid Handbook provides a broad overview of each funding program and answers frequently asked questions.
Application Opens
Early December:
Application is published on the Impact Aid Grant System.
Application Deadline
January 31:
Applications must be submitted and signed in IAGS by this date.
LATE Application Deadline
April 1:
Late applications are assessed a 10% payment penalty.
Amendment Deadline
June 30:
You may make changes to your application until this date.
Formula Grant Programs
Payments for Federal Property
Section 7002 provides funding for eligible school districts that experience a substantial and continuing financial burden due to the acquisition of real property by the United States. To demonstrate eligibility, applicants must provide documentation showing record of the acquisition of real property, the assessed valuation of the acquired real property at the time of acquisition and assessed valuation of the school district at the time of acquisition.
- For more: Section 7002 Basics
Payments for Federally Connected Children
Section 7003 provides funding for eligible school districts who provide a free, public education to federally connected children. These are children who reside with a parent on active duty in the Uniformed Services, reside on Indian lands, reside on Federal property, or who have a parent that is employed on Federal property. Additionally, Section 7003 also provides payments for certain federally connected children with disabilities who are eligible under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). To demonstrate eligibility, applicants must conduct an annual survey in accordance with the program regulations.
- For more: Section 7003 Basics