How to Fund Spatial Learning

Both Learning Time and Career Time are eligible for federal formula funds your district already receives.

Already in Your Budget

You don't need to win a competitive grant. Title IV-A and Perkins V are formula-based programs — every district gets them. You just need to include Ascent XR in your spending plan.

Title IV-A

Student Support and Academic Enrichment

Every district receives thisCovers Learning Time

Title IV-A provides funding for well-rounded educational opportunities, safe and healthy students, and effective use of technology. Learning Time qualifies under the technology pillar.

How to Apply

  1. 1Identify your district's Title IV-A allocation in the federal budget
  2. 2Include Learning Time in your Technology Integration plan
  3. 3Submit through your district's normal Title IV-A process
  4. 4Most districts can process within one budget cycle
Perkins V

Strengthening Career & Technical Education

$1.4 billion per year nationallyCovers Career Time

The Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act provides federal funding for CTE programs. Career Time is designed to align with Perkins V requirements for career exploration.

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your state's Perkins V allocation and local distribution
  2. 2Include Career Time in your CTE program improvement plan
  3. 3Align to your state's recognized career clusters and pathways
  4. 4Work with your CTE coordinator to submit through existing channels
DonorsChoose

For Individual Teachers

Fund your classroom directlyCovers Learning Time

DonorsChoose lets individual teachers request funding for classroom projects. Teachers have successfully funded Learning Time subscriptions through the platform.

How to Apply

  1. 1Create a DonorsChoose account as a verified teacher
  2. 2Write a project description about bringing VR to your classroom
  3. 3List Learning Time subscription as a vendor resource
  4. 4Share your project with your community to get funded

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Funding FAQ

Do I need to write a competitive grant?

No. Title IV-A and Perkins V are formula funds — your district already receives them. You just need to include Ascent XR products in your spending plan.

Can I use multiple funding sources?

Yes. Many districts combine Title IV-A for Learning Time with Perkins V for Career Time to fund both products.

How quickly can I get approved?

Since these are formula funds, approval timelines depend on your district's budget cycle. Most can process within one quarter.

What documentation do I need?

We provide all the documentation you need — compliance certifications, alignment reports, and proposal templates. Contact us for a funding support kit.

Is ESSER funding still available?

ESSER funds have largely been allocated, but some districts still have unspent balances. Check with your business office for availability.

Need Help With Funding?

Our team can walk you through the process and provide all the documentation you need to secure funding.