Grant Opportunities

Grants with Deadlines

This page is for grants which have deadlines. For grants without deadlines, see grants without deadlines.

 

Grants are organized in order of ascending due dates.

Reminder: Per CCSD Regulation 3221, any grant application in excess of $25,000, requiring an MOU or other special factors, must be applied through the Grants Development and Administration Department. If you wish to apply, please call 702-799-3355.

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Kroger Foundation

We believe strong communities are everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to helping the communities we call home grow and prosper. Each year, we help hundreds of local nonprofit organizations that are working to make our communities better places to live and work. Our charitable giving and grantmaking supports Kroger’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste impact plan, our commitment to end hunger in our communities and eliminate waste across our company. We also support other nonprofit organizations that are making a difference in our communities. Kroger gives back to our communities through Kroger Community Rewards in these key focus areas:

  • Zero Hunger | Zero Waste
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Health & Nutrition
  • Education & Youth Development
  • Disaster Relief
  • Stronger Deadline: June 27, September 19, December 5, and April 4. Click here.

 

Jesse W. Couch Early Childhood Education Grant

We support initiatives that promote wellness and mental health and organizations seeking to provide and further education for all communities. We are looking for schools that are providing young children with a creative and balanced approach to education. Things we love in early childhood curriculum:

  • Life Skills
  • Collaboration with their Peers and Teachers
  • Having Fun
  • Montessori Teaching
  • Project Based Teaching
  • Diversity
  • More Time Outside
  • Less Screen Time Deadline: September 26 and March Click here. 

 

Robert and Toni Bader Charitable Foundation

The Robert and Toni Bader Charitable Foundation makes grants in the areas of science, education, and the arts to further Jewish ideals.. Previous grants were used to fund public library programs, edible school garden projects, after school programs and summer camps for children, and tutoring programs. Eligible applicants are nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations. Interested applicants must first complete an online eligibility quiz. Applications must be submitted using the online system. Deadline: September 30. Click here.

 

The P. Buckley Moss Teacher Grant

We provide funding for art supplies for teachers. These grants are given annually and may be up to $1000.00 each. The purpose of the Teacher Grant is to support a new or evolving program that integrates the arts into education in the school classroom setting, with a special focus on those who learn differently. The criteria for being considered for a Teacher Grant is the development and implementation of a “hands-on” visual art learning tool. Visual art is best described as creative works which are primarily visual in nature, such as drawing, painting, sculpting, ceramics, architecture, printmaking and photography. Through the addition of these subjects to education programs, teachers are able to expand their “teaching tool box,” by having another method to reach out to those who learn differently. Art is being utilized in concept training as well as motor skill training. Communication is realized through art with non-verbal students. Teachers who are awarded grants have incorporated art projects into other curricula including math, science, and geography. Applications open July 1. Deadline: September 30. Click here.

 

Keely Lake Travel Grants for School Groups

The Classical Association of the Middle West and South (CAMWS) awards Keely Lake Travel Grants for School Groups to support teacher-guided school trips for grades 7 through 12 to excavation, exhibit, and historic sites for enhancing student learning and interest in classical studies. Grant requests may be for trips within the United States and to international destinations. Proposals should include a detailed description of planned activities, dates and timelines, and a budget. For excavations, a letter from the excavation director explaining students’ responsibilities must be provided. This is a reimbursement grant, with funds awarded following an approved trip and submission of a required report. There are two grant cycles yearly, for fall and spring/summer trips. Eligible applicants are US teachers (including in Puerto Rico) of grades 7 through 12 that are current individual members of CAMWS. (Teachers may join CAMWS to apply.) Deadline: September 30 and January 30. Click here.

 

PIFBS Equipment Grants

Pitch In For Baseball and Softball (PIFBS) equipment grants are intended for any school with a financial need that wants to start, expand, or continue their baseball program(s) and is eligible to apply. Requests are assessed by looking at and considering the following: registration fees, additional cost to parents, school free and reduced lunch rates, the contents of the request, and other relevant factors. To ensure that equipment is in hand in time for the start of the season, PIFBS strongly encourages that equipment grant applications are submitted 8 weeks before the start of the season. Deadline: March 15, June 30, and September 30. Click here.

 

Gravely & Paige Grants

The AFCEA Educational Foundation provides funding to U.S. elementary or secondary/inrermediate schools to promote STEM innovation in the classrooms. Grants will be up to $2,000 for awarded STEM programs/projects. To be eligible, teachers applying for the grant must be teaching a science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) subject at an elementary or secondary/intermediate school in the United States and be a U.S. citizen. Teachers working in schools with economically disadvantaged students will be considered first. The awards are available to public and private schools. Deadline: September 30. Click here. 

 

Association of American Educators Classroom Grant Program

Classroom grants can be used for a variety of projects and materials including, but not limited to, books, software, calculators, math manipulatives, art supplies, audio-visual equipment, and lab materials. Funds must be used within one year of the application deadline. Eligibility: full-time educators who have not received a scholarship or grant from AAE in the past two years. Deadline: March 1, October 1. Click here.

 

Frances R. Dewing Foundation

The Frances R. Dewing Foundation supports innovation in early childhood education. Emphasis is placed on new, untried or unusual projects and programs that if successful could have a snowball or ripple effect benefiting the larger educational or local community. The foundation accepts applications from United States based and operating 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and government entities such as schools and school districts. A letter of determination of 501(c)(3) status from the IRS or proof of government entity status is required to apply. Deadline: April 1 and October 1. Click here.

 

Children’s Book Project Grants

The Pilcrow Foundation, a national non-profit public charity, provides a 2-to-1 match to rural public libraries that receive a grant through its Children’s Book Project and contribute $200-$400 through a local sponsor for the purchase of up to $1,200 worth (at retail value) of new, quality, hardcover children’s books. Deadline: April 1 and October 1. Click here.

 

Community Action Grants

AAUW believes in building a more equitable future through transformative STEM education. Our Community Action Grants offer up to $75,000 to support nonprofits and educational institutions dedicated to helping girls in grades K–12 build the skills, confidence, and preparation they need to thrive in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). These grants are designed to support programs that provide hands-on learning, mentorship from women in STEM, family involvement, and confidence-building experiences. AAUW is particularly interested in reaching girls from historically underrepresented communities, ensuring that all young women can succeed in STEM fields. Deadline: October 1. Click here.

 

Samull Classroom Herb Garden Grants

Elementary classrooms grades K-6 with ten students or more may apply for a grant to establish an herb garden. In addition to plants, the funds may be used for supplies such as soil, plants trays, containers, child or youth sized tools, etc. Applications are considered by a committee of HSA members in a blind review process. Fifteen grants of $500 each will be awarded in 2026 for the following academic year. Deadline: October 1. Click here.

 

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation

The Foundation’s Direct Effect Quality of Life Grants of up to $25,000 are being offered for specific budget items to support a wide range of projects that will impact individuals living with paralysis and their families. Examples of funded projects may include (but are not limited to): sports wheelchairs for a wheelchair basketball team; transportation costs for an inclusive afterschool program; adapted glider in a community playground; kayak for a rowing program; accessible gym equipment; hydraulic lift at a pool; and support groups. Nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations, municipal and state governments, school districts, recognized tribal entities, and other institutions such as community or veterans hospitals are eligible to apply. Deadline: October 7. Click here.

 

NEA Aspiring Educators CREATE Grants

State Aspiring Educators (AE) organizations and campus chapters are eligible to apply for CREATE grants. These grants of up to $2000 should strengthen the AE Program and build stronger partnerships. Grants should also have a primary focus in one of the areas aligned with AE Core Values: Educator Equality, Community Engagement, Political Action, or Racial and Social Justice. Deadline: October 15, June 15, and February 1. Click here.

 

Richard S. Reynolds Foundation

The Richard S. Reynolds Foundation is dedicated to strengthening communities and supporting future generations. Since its inception, the Foundation has supported a broad range of causes such as education, the arts, health, science, history, the environment and those in need. From scientific research to educational initiatives, the Foundation is devoted to building strong communities and creating a positive and enduring impact on the world around us. Deadline: October 15 and April 15. Click here.

 

Traditional Bee Grant

The Traditional Bee Grant allows for K-12 schools or non-profit organizations that serve any grades K-12 to start a new or enhance an existing bee program hosting live bees on their campus. Recipients have a choice of a monetary or equipment grant intended to support schools in bringing live bees to their campus or grow their already existing educational hive program. Deadline: October 15. Click here.

 

Renewal Bee Grant

The Renewal Bee Grant allows for K-12 schools or non-profit organizations that have previously received a Bee Grant to receive support to grow their programs. A $500 monetary grant intended to boost or support existing educational bee programs. Applicants must                      have received a Traditional Bee Grant from Whole Kids Foundation in 2022 or before and completed the required Progress Report. Live bees are not required to apply for this grant. Also included with the grant award is a one-on-one program consultation with The Bee Cause Project for program development, technical support, and beekeeper guidance and an educator resource pack to provide  the strategies and tools needed to grow a strong Bee Program. Deadline: October 15. Click here.

 

TangerKIDS Grant Program

TangerKIDS Grants provide funding for school programs that   meet Tanger’s goal of supporting education, students’ futures, and fun in learning environments. Funding priorities include creating and implementing school-wide programs; purchasing new equipment or refurbishing existing equipment; increasing academic materials; and supporting athletic teams, band programs, and academic clubs. Grant cycle opens August 11. Deadline: October 18. Click here.

 

YSA Afterschool Grants

In collaboration with Arizona State University’s Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, we’re bringing you a cutting-edge online course designed to empower afterschool educators and support professionals. Upon course completion, we’re offering a $100 stipend for your time spent completing the 15-hour course, and you’ll receive a $200 implementation grant to bring your service project to life. Applicants must be employed by a nonprofit organization, faith-based institution, school, or other government entity located in the United States that provides an afterschool program. Each afterschool professional must engage at least 50 young people (ages 5-25) as part of their project. 80% of program participants must be middle and/or high school age. 50% must be from low-income families or neighborhoods. Deadline: October 18. Click here. 

 

Quadratec Cares ‘Energize The Environment’ Grant Program

Two $3,500 environmental grants are offered per year – one each in the spring and fall – to an individual or group currently pursuing a program or initiative designed to benefit our environment. Some examples of this would be: trail building or restoration projects, park beautification events, litter prevention initiatives, Earth study missions, sustainable land management activities, community environmental educational projects, and youth educational engagement events. Deadline: October 30 and June 30.  Click here. 

 

National Association of School Nurses Research Grants

NASN has a history of supporting and encouraging school nursing research which began with several generous donors who provided research funds to honor the earliest school nursing leaders. Purpose: To encourage and support research regarding school nursing and health of school aged children. To advance and fund quality school nursing practice and school-affiliated delivery of healthcare. Deadline: October 31. Click here. 

 

Lawrence Foundation

The Foundation supports environmental, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. Grants typically range between $5,000 – $10,000. The Foundation does not support religious, charter, or magnet schools. Non-Profit organizations that have 501(c)3 status, or public schools and libraries, are eligible for contributions or grants. Deadline: October 31 and April 30. Click here.

 

The Victor C. Clark Youth Incentive Program

To provide support for the development of Amateur Radio among high-school age (or younger) youth. Funded by endowment and contributor support, the program makes mini grants available to groups that demonstrate serious intent to promote participation in Amateur Radio by youth and enrich the experience of radio amateurs under the age of 18. Deadline: February 28, June 30, and October 31. Click here.

 

Honda USA Foundation

Honda and the Honda USA Foundation provide funding to nonprofit organizations and schools to support programs that align with our pillar award categories. Honda USA Foundation’s pillars are Education, Environment, Mobility, Traffic Safety, and Community. These  pillars guide the foundation’s charitable giving and support for non-profit organizations and schools near Honda locations. Opens September 1. Deadline: October 31. Click here.

 

Dale Jr. Foundation

Dedicated to giving underprivileged individuals, with a focus on youth, the resources to improve confidence, education, and the opportunity to achieve extraordinary goals. Research has shown that children who grow up with strong, positive values are happier and do better in school. This is why we feel that providing grants for technology, reading incentives, and helping teachers with out-of-pocket expenses is vital to the success of our community. The foundation also accepts requests for in-kind donations. Please note that any in-kind donation requests must be submitted 12-16 weeks before the date of the event. Deadline: October 31. Click here.

 

Gary R. Olson Paleontology Educator Classroom Materials Grant

The Association of Applied Paleontological Sciences is proud to fulfill our mission to expand scientific knowledge and public awareness in the field of paleontology by dedicating grant funds to support educators with paleontological classroom materials. This grant is available to public, private, and charter school educators to purchase paleontology-related materials for their classrooms. Fossils, replicas, educational kits, posters, books, or any other paleontology-related classroom items are acceptable. The purchase of real fossil specimens is encouraged but not necessary. Grants up to $250 will be awarded to two classrooms per educational stage (elementary, middle, and high school) per year. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

 

Get On Board

Our Get On Board program aims to make a positive impact in all 50 states by addressing two major challenges: access to equipment and training. We will provide gear, training and lesson plans to communities (these could be a single public school/district or a collection of public schools/districts) that are committed to introducing the awesomeness of skateboarding to students as part of their physical education classes. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

 

Fostering Support of Mathematics Learning for Multilingual Learners (PK-12)

The TODOS – MET funded grant aims to provide funding for in-service professional development/ learning to PK–12 schools to increase understanding and expertise for fostering support of multi-language development when teaching mathematics. The proposed project must explicitly support the implementation of equitable and rigorous mathematics teaching that incorporates students’ languages and cultures in their learning of mathematics. To this end, the proposed project should specifically address:

  • The development of classroom materials with a The consultant must have expertise in both teaching mathematics and teaching language.
  • The purchase of materials to implement professional learning with educators towards the above-stated Deadline: November 1. Click here.

 

SeedMoney Challenge

The SeedMoney Challenge is a group crowdfunding competition open to any public food garden project located anywhere in the world. Participating projects include youth gardens, community gardens, community farms and food bank gardens. Participants keep 100% of what they raise and compete for challenge grants of $100 to $1000. The more funds a project raises, the larger the grant it qualifies to receive. Deadline: November 12. Click here.

 

The Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grant Program

The Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education grant program (SFE) advances Wild Ones’ mission to spread awareness of the benefits of using native plants by providing funding for native plants and native seeds for projects that engage youth (preschool to high school) directly in planning, planting and caring for native plant gardens. This vital Wild Ones donor-funded program has provided grants ranging from $100 to $500 for native plant gardens and landscaping projects throughout the United States. Applications open July 15. Deadline: November 15. Click here.

 

Education and Youth Grants-Brady Industries and distributed through Brady Shines

Brady Shines offers grants for education and youth-based projects in the communities where Brady operates. Each grant cycle is introduced with a specific theme and eligibility requirements. Applicants should refer to the website for details about each theme. Previous grants were used to fund outdoor gardens for elementary students, a playground enhanced through student input on design, a running program…. Deadline: Applications are accepted December 1 through February 28, March 1 through May 31, June 1 through August 31, and September 1 through November 30, annually. Click here.

 

ALDI Cares Community Grants

We established ALDI Cares Community Grants to provide funding in the form of philanthropic donations and/or gift cards to local nonprofit organizations that make a positive impact on our Children’s Health & Wellness and Food Insecurity while supporting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs. Through ALDI Cares Community Grants, we partner with local 501c3 nonprofit organizations including K-12 schools and faith-based organizations that benefit all children in the community. Grants are smaller in size and designed to support communities with ALDI stores, where we all live, work and shop! Deadline: November 30. Click here.

 

Joann Sweetland Lum Memorial Grant

The Joann Sweetland Lum Memorial Grant program supports librarians to implement creative, innovative, and sustainable projects promoting literacy among youth and young adults. Literacies addressed by project activities may include, but are not limited to, civic and ethical, computer, cultural, data, digital, financial, information, media, multicultural, news, and visual. Preference is given to outreach… Deadline: Applications are due December 1, annually. Click here.

 

Literacy Grants

The Nora Roberts Foundation makes grants in the areas of literacy, children’s programs, arts, and humanitarian efforts. Literacy Grants are intended to empower people through literacy. Recent grants were used to fund literacy groups, theatre and arts education, new library projects, and humane education programs. Deadline: Applications are due March 1, June 1, October 1, and December 1, annually. Click here.

 

Summer Manufacturing Camp Grant

SparkForce awards grants to schools for hosting summer manufacturing camps that introduce middle and high school students to exciting career choices in today’s manufacturing. You are eligible if your school offers a degree program or curriculum that leads to a career in manufacturing, can provide adequate facilities and staffing, and is capable of offering instruction on entrepreneurship. Applications open July 1. Deadline: December 1.  Click here.

 

Secondary Level Manufacturing Education Grants

The primary purpose of the Gene Haas Foundation is to provide scholarship funding. Funding is provided to CNC training/engineering programs and competitions that highlight manufacturing at the following: Public and private high schools and occupational and tech centers available to high school students, and for articulated classes at other facilities; or FIRST robotics team at a school or with 501(c)3 status if community based. Eligibility: Public school (with or without 501c3 status); Private school with a 501c3 status. Deadline: December 1. Click here.

 

U.S. HANDBALL First ACE Development Program

Aims to provide new and emerging handball initiatives with financial and equipment support to aid in their growth towards strong and sustainable handball Bill Bohr First Ace Grants target new development in clubs, youth service organizations, schools, and colleges with the ultimate goal of creating self-supporting programs that continually promote the game to new players and markets. Eligibility: First Ace Development resources are available to all school, club and other programs led by a USHA-Certified Handball Instructor in the United States. Deadline: December 20. Click here.

 

Shade Structure Grant Program

The American Academy of Dermatology awards grants of up to $8,000 to public schools and non-profit organizations for installing permanent shade structures for outdoor locations that are not protected from the sun, such as playgrounds, pools, or recreation spaces. AAD provides a permanent sign for display near the shade structure. Applicants must be recommended by an Academy member dermatologist. Deadline: December 23. Click here.

 

Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Grants

$250 grants to Civil Air Patrol (CAP) units to advance aerospace education and STEM initiatives for cadets and in outreach initiatives. AFA’s grant support to CAP units helps inspire interest in youth across the nation toward science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) subjects and careers. Deadline: December 31 and June 30. Click here. 

 

The Guitar Center Music Foundation

Awards musical instruments and equipment in-kind to public schools and music programs in need. We do not offer cash grants. Instrument grants range   from up to $1,000 to $5,000 based upon need. We accept grant applications quarterly and applications are CLOSED July – September. Deadline: June 30, December 31, and March 31. Click here. 

 

LifeChanger Of The Year Awards

They must be a K-12 educator, teacher, administrator, or  any member of a school’s staff who makes a positive difference in the lives of students. Anyone including administrators can nominate up to three educators per academic year for National Life Group’s LifeChanger of the Year. Students are also welcome to submit nominations, but must have the support of an adult if under the age of 18. We make sure each and every LifeChanger knows how much they’re appreciated. Deadline: December 31. Click here.

 

ILA Exemplary Reading Program Award

The Exemplary Reading Program Award recognizes outstanding reading and language arts programs at all grade levels (elementary, middle, and high school). Its purpose is to call the public’s attention to outstanding programs in schools throughout the U.S. All public, private, charter, and parochial schools in the U.S. are eligible for the award provided. (1) The state or province in which the school is located has an Exemplary Reading Program Award Committee currently in place to judge program applications from that state or province, and (2) At least one faculty or staff member of that school is a current ILA member. Deadline: December 31. Click here. 

 

The Guitar Center Music Foundation

Awards musical instruments and equipment in-kind to public schools and music programs in need. We do not offer cash grants. Instrument grants range from up to $1,000 to $5,000 based upon need. We accept grant applications quarterly and applications are CLOSED July – September. Deadline: December 31, March 31, and June 30. Click here. 

 

WOW School Garden Grants

These grants provide funding to public schools and communities to support garden projects which connect students to their food, therefore to their health and to their community. The grant awards $250 for new gardens. The expansion of gardens, tree projects, or purchase of edible landscaping requests are funded on a case-by-case basis. Deadline: December 31.  Click here.

 

The Raskob Foundation for Catholic Activities

Their mission is to support domestic and international projects from organizations and institutions identified with the Catholic Church. The Foundation offers a domestic grant program for projects taking place in the United States. Construction and renovation projects of over $200,000 are not eligible until 50% of the total cost is in hand, a signed construction contract is in existence, and construction is underway. Deadline: June 15 and January 15. Click here.

 

The Mockingbird Foundation

The Mockingbird Foundation, Inc. (“Mockingbird”) offers competitive grants to schools and nonprofit organizations that effect improvements in areas of importance to the Phish fan community. Grants support a range of initiatives, including fostering creativity and supporting music education programs. Those interested in funding should complete the Initial Inquiry Form, to provide organizational details and some brief narrative elements. No inquiries submitted via any other channel, including postal mail, will be considered. Full proposals are by invitation only and will not be considered if unsolicited. Deadline: January 15. Click here. 

 

Arnold Shultz Fund

The IBMA Foundation established the Arnold Shultz Fund to support activities increasing the participation of people of color in bluegrass music. Priority will be given to programs, activities, or individuals that demonstrate a commitment to inclusivity and serving diverse, underrepresented populations in bluegrass music. Applicants may be individuals, schools, groups, organizations, or government entities. Deadline: January 31. Click here.

 

Middle School Music Grants

The purpose of the Middle School Music Grant is to provide a remarkable venue and experience for students where their emotional senses are awakened and they are inspired to advance musically, scholastically and socially. Additionally, the Grant provides for the acquisition of in-school music classroom equipment and supplies. Grants are available, nationwide, to public middle school music teachers (“Grantees”) in the United States. Applications open July 1st. Deadline: January 31. Click here. 

 

American Rocketry Challenge

The American Rocketry Challenge is the world’s largest rocket contest with nearly 5,000 students nationwide competing each year. The contest gives middle and high school students the opportunity to design, build and launch model rockets and hands-on experience solving engineering problems. Student teams have the chance to win a portion of more than $100,000 in prizes at three levels: national finals, virtual marketing, and virtual presentation competitions. Applications Open June 3. Deadline: TBD. Click here.

 

The AthLife Foundation

Provides grant funding to High Schools and Middle Schools willing to create and develop a professional student-athlete development staff position known as an Academic Athletic Coach. Once established, the Academic Athletic Coach will create, develop, and implement effective programming that promotes the ideals of Positive Youth Development through Sport, and utilize the sport experience as a powerful vehicle to promote academic achievement, strengthen life & leadership skills, develop holistic programming, and prepare deserving kids to compete in their future careers beyond sport. Grant funding is made available mostly through strategic geographic partnerships, and through our Board of Directors led fundraising campaign to support the AthLife Foundation Impact Fund. Schools that traditionally serve students from; lower socioeconomic public, non-public, Tribal/BIE schools, schools with statistically lower graduation rates, lower post-  secondary matriculation rates, and higher percentages of students from single or no-parent households, are strongly encouraged to apply. Deadline: TBD Click here.

 

Amateur Radio Digital Communications Grants

ARDC makes grants that align with our mission to support amateur radio and digital communication science and technology. In addition to aligning with our mission, your project must align with at least one of our grantmaking categories:

  • Support and growth of amateur radio,
  • Education,
  • Research and Development. Deadline: July 1, September 6, and February 1, April 1. Click here.

 

National Science Foundation’s Computer Science for All

This program aims to provide all U.S. students with the opportunity to participate in computer science (CS) and computational thinking (CT) education in their schools at the preK-12 levels. With this solicitation, the National Science Foundation (NSF) focuses on both research and researcher-practitioner partnerships (RPPs) that foster the research and development needed to bring CS and CT to all schools. Specifically, this solicitation aims to provide:  (1) high school teachers with the preparation, professional development (PD) and ongoing support they need to teach rigorous computer science courses; (2) preK-8 teachers with the instructional materials and preparation they need to integrate CS and CT into their teaching; and (3) schools and districts with the resources needed to define and evaluate multi-grade pathways in CS and CT. Awards have been wide ranging to include grants of more than $1 million. Deadline: Second Wednesday in February, Annually. Click here.

 

National School Library of the Year Award

Established in 1963, the award recognizes school libraries as a unique and essential part of their learning community. NSLY honors school libraries exemplifying implementation of AASL’s National School Library Standards for Learners, School Librarians, and School Libraries. The school librarian must be a personal member of AASL. Only individual schools are eligible to apply. Applications open September 1. Deadline: TBD. Click here.

 

Ezra Jack Keats Mini-Grant Program for Public Libraries and Public Schools

Created by the children’s book author and illustrator, the Ezra Jack Keats (EJK) Foundation Mini-Grant Program is a creative and innovative activity that takes place in class or out in the community, and provides an enriched experience. Minigrants provide teachers and librarians an opportunity to present a special project outside the standard curriculum or an engaging way to help students meet curricular…… Deadline: Applications are due March 31, annually. Click here.

 

Education Grants, Initial Teaching Alphabet Foundation

The Initial Teaching Alphabet (i.t.a.) is a phonemic alphabet based on the phonemic sound system of the English language. It was designed to present the beginning reader and writer with a logical and reliable reading and writing system. The foundation promotes literacy through the use of the i.t.a. to help students perform better in school, have a healthy self-image, and become lifelong learners. Deadline: Letters of Intent are due April 1, annually. Click here.

 

The Webb Family Foundation

Makes grants in the areas of education; youth development; career and workforce readiness; financial literacy; entrepreneurship; science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; digital and blended learning; and youth mentorship. The foundation supports programs and projects that target under-served children and youth. Recent grants have funded a college success program… Deadline: Letters of Inquiry are accepted January through June, annually. Click here.

 

Pets in the Classroom Grants

The Pet Care Trust awards grants to K-6 teachers who wish to teach children how to care for pets. Grant certificates will be distributed in the amounts of $50, $100, or $150 and may be used to purchase new pets, pet environments, or pet food and supplies for existing classroom pets. Grant Cycle open August 1. Deadline: June 1, annually. Click here

 

Scholastic Club Grant Application

The Professional Disc Golf Association is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to the promotion and sustainable growth of disc golf. The objective of this grant program is to incentivize and support teachers, coaches, counselors, volunteers, or school administrators who currently supervise, or wish to supervise, a school-affiliated disc golf club. This grant is available to elementary, middle, and high school teachers, coaches, volunteers, or administrators. The PDGA Scholastic Club must be recognized by the school as an official club. Clubs must have regularly scheduled meetings and offer skills-based teaching. Funds may be used for equipment, uniforms, baskets, travel, events, PDGA junior memberships, and other administrative support. Applicants may apply for a grant in successive years. Applicants must be an active PDGA member in good standing. The grant amount is $500. Deadline: Ongoing. Click here.

 

The Walking Classroom

The Walking Classroom is used in thousands of classrooms and after- school programs across the country. Teachers and out-of-school time facilitators who incorporate the program into their instruction benefit from:

  • The opportunity to simultaneously improve the health and build the knowledge base of their students
  • Free online training
  • Free supplemental resources including videos, slide decks, online and downloadable activities, and
  • Access to The Walking Classroom Blog, which provides teachers a platform to participate in a virtual Professional Learning Community to share best practices
  • Free professional development opportunities (by request)
  • Some fresh air and exercise each time they walk!

If you are a classroom teacher in a public school, The Walking Classroom Institute may be able to provide you with a classroom set of donated materials at no cost to you. Deadline: Ongoing.  Click here.

 

Bridge Builders Grants

The Martin Richard Foundation awards grants to support youth-led service projects with the goals of promoting inclusion, equity, and understanding in the community. Young people aged 5 to 22 in K-12 schools, colleges, youth groups, and service clubs are eligible to lead projects, which must be supported by educators or youth development professionals. Projects may not be political in nature and must have at heart the values of peace, justice, and kindness. Projects may involve civic engagement or physical service in the community and may be led by individual youth, classrooms, or neighborhood groups. Priority is given to projects that are replicable. Projects should be completed within six months after funding. Grants up to $500 are awarded. Eligible applicants are young people aged 5 to 22 in the United States with a supporting school or community organization. The application link is available from the website and must be sent by an adult on behalf of a young person/youth group. Deadline: Ongoing. Click here.

 

Jan Stauber-Sherlock Holmes Literacy Grant

To provide financial support to persons and organizations developing literacy programs and other educational experiences that will introduce young people to Sherlock Holmes by encouraging young people to read; introducing young people to Sherlock Holmes and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes stories; providing needed financial support in the form of grants to support projects introducing more young people to Sherlock Holmes; and reaching out both to current Holmes fans and non-Sherlockians, encouraging them through financial assistance to develop such projects. Award amount is up to $1,000. Deadline: Ongoing. Click here.

 

Pincus Family Foundation

PFF funds projects, programs, and general operating support in four priority areas: Education, Creative & Performing Arts, Health & Wellness, and Play & Recreation. We commit to clear communication and transparency from the partnership’s commencement regarding expectations, funding, flexibility, and leveraging our alliance for our partner’s benefit. We support our non-profit partners to develop and enhance programs that improve the lives of children, their families, and their communities. Grants are Awarded in one of two ways: to build an organization’s capacity to achieve more significant impact or effectiveness, and to deliver or increase direct services to their constituency. PFF awards three types of grants: Small, Core, and Transformational. Grant application begins with a LOI or pre-application reviewed by the Board of Directors who meet quarterly to consider requests. Proposals that meet the Boards criteria are invited to submit a full grant application through an online process. Click here.

 

Shaw Industries Community Grants

Shaw is passionately committed to creating a better future. From civic involvement and philanthropic giving, to volunteerism and future workforce development, we value the opportunities to serve with our associates to address needs in the communities in which we operate. The Community Grants program focus areas include: local education, with emphasis on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math); workforce development; and, United Way-affiliated agencies in company communities. Click here.

 

Kids Need to Read

We provide books, periodicals, and literacy resources to schools, libraries, and other organizations that administer literacy programs to disadvantaged children and adolescents. A school, library, or organization receiving books from Kids Need to Read must be a governmental agency or 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization located in the United States or its territories. These organizations must serve at least 50% of children living at or below the national poverty rate. Schools may use free and reduced lunch data for poverty level rates. Does Not Accept Applications During the Months of May, June, November & December. Click here.