# DC Opportunity Scholarship Program (84.370)

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/programs/84-370-dc-opportunity-scholarship-program/  
Publisher: Well Told Grants. Data: USAspending.gov and Grants.gov, updated November 7, 2026.

DC Opportunity Scholarship Program is run by Department of Education. From fiscal 2021 to 2025 it awarded $260 million in 12 grants, about $21.7 million per award.

## Objectives

To provide low-income parents residing in the District of Columbia with expanded options for the education of their children. This program is part of a broader school improvement effort in the District of Columbia.

## Funding by fiscal year

| Year | Amount | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $52.0 million | 3 |
| 2022 | $52.0 million | 3 |
| 2023 | $52.0 million | 3 |
| 2024 | $52.0 million | 3 |
| 2025 | $52.0 million | 3 |

## Largest recipients

| Recipient | State | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia, Government of | District of Columbia | $87.5 million |
| District of Columbia Public Schools | District of Columbia | $87.5 million |
| Serving Our Children | District of Columbia | $85.0 million |