10 Ideas for CTE Funding + Helpful Extras

If you’re a CTE director or instructor in New England looking for actionable ways to help with career and technical education funding for your program, you’re in the right place.

This free resource includes 10 proven ideas for securing CTE funding, including CTE grants for high schools and creative ways to get new equipment for your program.

What You'll Get

✔ 10 CTE Funding Ideas

Real-world strategies schools are using to secure career and technical education funding across New England.

✔ Grant Application Outline

A downloadable grant-writing template to help you get started faster and write more persuasive proposals.

✔ Customizable Donor Letter

Pre-written outreach language to engage program supporters.

✔ List of CTE Grants for High Schools

A curated list of current CTE grants for high schools, updated with New England-specific opportunities.

✔ Industry Partner Directory

A list of regional companies in industries including robotics, auto, welding, clean energy, and HVAC.

✔ On-Demand Webinar Recording

Access to an AET Labs webinar with tips for grant writing.

Who This Is For

CTE directors, teachers, and staff members involved in supporting and funding New England CTE programs

Why AET Labs?

We’ve been a partner to New England educators for 20 years, providing end-to-end lab solutions. We help with grant consultations, equipment sourcing and installation, service and support, and more. As your local partner in New England, we know the funding landscape and workforce demands, and we’re here to help you navigate both.