BEE Learning Center • Jacquelyn Paulk Campus
We are delighted to report that BEE is in the process of applying for a 4-year grant from 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) for the 2026-2027 school year!
Here is the public notice!
We're applying!
Public Notice:
Intent to Apply for 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant
Date Posted: April 12, 2026
Bridges to Educational Excellence Learning Center, Inc. (BEE Learning Center) hereby provides public notice of its intent to submit a proposal in response to the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) 2026–2027 Statewide Grant Request for Proposal (RFP).
About BEE Learning Center
BEE Learning Center is a community-based after-school program serving students in grades K–3. The program provides FREE tutoring services focused on improving academic achievement in reading and math, strengthening homework completion, and helping students perform on grade level before entering fourth grade.
Students also benefit from a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment, along with nutritious after-school snacks.
Program Location
Jacquelyn Paulk Campus
2731 North Links Avenue Sarasota, FL 34234
Population Served and Community Need
BEE Learning Center primarily serves students in Sarasota’s Newtown community, where there is low educaBonal a]ainment and a high level of at-risk children. This need is evidenced by lower performance on standardized tests, underrepresentation in gifted programs, and higher rates of suspension and dropout.
Purpose of the Grant Application
Through this funding opportunity, BEE Learning Center seeks to expand high-quality out-of-school programming that:
• Improves student academic achievement • Strengthens foundational reading and math skills • Supports homework completion • Enhances family engagement
Call for Community Partnerships
BEE Learning Center invites nonprofits, churches, community organizations, and local businesses to partner in this effort by providing letters of support. Letters of support should include:
• Type of contribution (financial, in-kind, or services) • Brief description of the contribution
• Dollar value of the contribution (required)
A letter template is available upon request. Deadline to submit letters of support: April 22, 2026
Contact Information
For more information or to request a le]er template, please contact: Eula T. Bacon, Executive Director
Bridges to Educational Excellence Learning Center, Inc.
P.O. Box 50233 Sarasota, FL 34232 (941) 354-8772
Public Access to Proposal
Following submission, a copy of the completed proposal will be made available to the community upon written request after May 15, 2026.
Requests may be submitted to:
Bridges to Educational Excellence Learning Center, Inc. P.O. Box 50233
Sarasota, FL 34232
A printed copy will be provided by mail. A nominal fee may be requested to cover processing, copying, and postage costs.