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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Reading Is the Way Up Literacy Grants by City National Bank

City National Bank awards Reading Is the Way Up Literacy Grants allows educators to fund classroom projects that aim to foster creativity and critical thinking in students. Funds may be used to purchase books, videos, CDs, DVDs, computer software and hardware, and other educational resources. Deadline: Applications are accepted October 1 through October 31, annually. Click here.

Panera Bread Foundation

The Panera Bread Foundation envisions a world in which young people can unlock their full potential and dare to dream – a world in which opportunity and economic mobility are accessible and equitable for all. Through our Grant Program, we award 501(c)(3) non- profit organizations who share a common vision and purpose of investing in underserved, at-risk and underrepresented youth to become leaders. Programs are focused on college readiness, skills building, post-secondary planning, workforce or leadership development, or mentoring. Deadline: TBD. 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: October 31, February 28, and June 30. Click here.

NV Energy Foundation Grant

The NV Energy Foundation makes grants in the areas of education and science, technology, engineering, and technology (STEM); arts and culture; the environment and community enhancement; and safety and wellness. Education and STEM grants support programs that support innovative, effective programs for underserved youth and young adults. Programs must demonstrate measurable results and can represent… Deadline: Letters of Inquiry are due January 31, April 30, July 30 and October 31, annually. 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.

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.

Kid Kindness Grants

Through the Kids Kindness Grants program KGH accepts applications directly from kids between the ages of five and 18 who have ideas for spreading kindness. KGH values the unique perspective children bring to identifying problems in their schools, neighborhoods, and communities, and finding creative ways to solve these problems through kindness. Examples of supported efforts include community gardens, anti-bullying campaigns, and teacher appreciation initiatives. Applications may be submitted by individuals or groups. Groups can include a group of friends, a school club, a classroom, a scout troop, a sports team, etc. Individuals may apply for up to $250. Small groups (2-4 kids) may apply for up to $500. Large groups (5+ kids) may apply for up to $800. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Toshiba America Grant Program for 6-12 Science and Mathematics Educators

Toshiba America Foundation accepts applications from teachers who are passionate about making science and mathematics more engaging for their students. The foundation seeks to support teachers by providing funds to support classroom projects. The foundation strongly encourages projects planned and led by individual teachers or teams of teachers for their own classrooms. Successful projects tap into… Deadline: Requests for grants less than $5,000 are due March 1, June 1,September 1, and December 1, annually. Requests for grants of more than $5,000 are due May 1 and November 1, annually. Click here.

Kid Kindness Grants

Kindness Grows Here believes every child is inherently kind and can make positive changes in their community. We know that kids and teens have amazing ideas for spreading kindness in their schools, neighborhoods, and larger communities. We value the unique perspective children bring to identifying problemes in their schools, neighborhoods, and communities, and finding creative ways to solve these problems through kindness. All applicants must be students between the ages of 5-18. Applications may be submitted by individuals or groups. Groups can include a group of friends, a school club, a classroom, a scout troop, a sports team, etc. Any group is acceptable as long as all members of the group are between the ages of 5-18. Individuals may apply for up to $250. Small groups (2-4 kids) may apply for up to $500. And large groups (5+ kids) may apply for up to $800. Applications open September 1. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

High School Psychology Outreach Grant

The purpose of these grants is to support regional teaching networks that facilitate networking and professional development for high school psychology teachers. Funds may support but are not limited to supporting the development or continuation of regional or state-wide teaching workshops or conferences for high school psychology teachers. APF will consider all funding requests to support regional or state-wide networks for teachers, to include support of teaching workshops or conferences. Support for more informal gatherings of teachers is also possible, such as for networking opportunities, casual opportunities to meet and share ideas and best practices, or end-of-year reflections. Applications to start new teaching networks are especially encouraged. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

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

The purpose of the TODOS – MET funded grant is 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 consultant. The consultant must have expertise in both teaching mathematics and teaching language AND/OR the purchase of materials to implement professional learning with educators towards the above-stated goal. No schools (s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust (MET) in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. At least one applicant must be a current member of TODOS on the day of application. At least one applicant must be a current Essential or Premium member of NCTM on the day of application. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Early Career Research Grant

The purpose of this grant is to support research in mathematics education conducted by early career mathematics educators and doctoral candidates in mathematics education. Eligible Applicants: The primary applicant may be either: An early career mathematics educator (e.g., College or University Faculty; K-12 School System Mathematics Educators). For this grant ‘early career’ means a mathematics educator who has completed a PhD or EdD in mathematics education or related educational area within the past 5 years OR A doctoral student in mathematics education who has been advanced to candidacy with committee approval. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. The applicant must be a current (on the day of the application) Essential or Premium member of NCTM and a member of AMTE, or have CO-PI’s that include members of both organizations. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Classroom Research Grant PK-12

This grant aims to encourage and support a collaborative team of teacher(s) and college or university mathematics educator(s) in conducting classroom-based research in mathematics education. The primary applicant may be either a mathematics educator or a classroom teacher currently teaching mathematics at the grades Pre-K-12 level. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on the day of the application) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Connecting Mathematics To Other Subject Areas Grant (9-12)

The purpose of this grant is to create high school classroom materials and/or lessons that involve mathematical modeling and interdisciplinary curricular connections. Eligible Applicants: Currently teaching mathematics in grades 9-12, No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year, Past recipients of this award are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on the day of the application) Essential OR Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Designing Innovative Lessons and Activities for Mathematics Teaching Grant (PK- 8)

The purpose of this grant is to encourage teams of mathematics educators to engage in the process of writing and editing materials for mathematics teachers. Eligible applicants must consist of a leadership team of mathematics educators representing the following: Two (2) or more K-8 schools, involving two (2) or more K-8 classroom teachers, with a minimum of one per school, a mathematics educator from a community college, college, or university. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. The primary applicant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Designing Lessons that Develop Conceptual Understanding Grant (PK-5)

This grant supports elementary teachers in designing, implementing, and sharing engaging hands-on lessons to support students’ conceptual understanding of mathematical concepts. This grant is particularly intended to support teachers of students who are underrepresented in STEM to create lessons that draw on students’ linguistic and cultural assets. This grant could be used to fund materials, such as manipulatives, mathematics-related children’s literature, etc. Eligible applicants must be PK-5 teachers. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this award are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on the day of the application) Essential OR Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Emerging Teacher-Leaders in Elementary School Mathematics Grant

The purpose of this grant is to increase the breadth and depth of the mathematics content knowledge of one elementary school teacher who has a demonstrated commitment to mathematics teaching and learning. Eligible Applicants: The applicant must (1) be a classroom (elementary school) teacher with at least three years of experience and have mathematics as a regular teaching responsibility or (2) be a full-time mathematics coach. Note: The definition of a classroom teacher is an individual who spends half or more of his/her work time teaching in the classroom. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Equity in Mathematics Grant (PK-6)

The purpose of this grant is to incorporate classroom materials or lessons that will improve the achievement of student groups that have previous records of underachievement, sometimes identified by race, gender, ethnicity region, or culture. Eligible Applicants: Currently a classroom teacher in grades PK-6. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on the day of the application) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Equity in Mathematics Grant (6-12)

The purpose of this grant is to incorporate classroom materials or lessons that will improve the achievement of student groups that have previous records of underachievement, sometimes identified by race, gender, ethnicity region, or culture. Eligible Applicants: Currently a classroom teacher in grades 6-12. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on the day of the application) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Improving Students’ Understanding of Geometry Grant

The purpose of this grant is to develop activities that will enable students to better appreciate, understand, and apply some aspect of geometry that is consistent with adopted standards and connects to a context outside of mathematics. Applicants must currently be teaching at the PK-8 level. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. The primary applicant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Mathematics Graduate Coursework Scholarship for Teachers (PK–5)The purpose of this grant is to provide financial support for improving teachers’ understanding of mathematics by completing graduate coursework in mathematics or mathematics education. Eligible Applicants: Currently teaching at grades PK-5 level, must have taught school mathematics for at least three years, and intend to remain in teaching. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Mathematics Graduate Coursework Scholarship for Teachers (6-8)

The purpose of this grant is to provide financial support for improving teachers’ understanding of mathematics by completing graduate coursework in mathematics or mathematics education. Eligible Applicants: Currently teaching at grades 6-8 level, must have taught school mathematics for at least three years, and intend to remain in teaching. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Mathematics Graduate Coursework Scholarship for Teachers (9-12)

The purpose of this grant is to provide financial support for improving teachers’ understanding of mathematics by completing graduate coursework in mathematics or mathematics education. Eligible Applicants: Currently teaching at grades 9-12 level, must have taught school mathematics for at least three years, and intend to remain in teaching. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Teacher Professional Development Grant (PK-5)

The purpose of this grant is to support professional development to improve the competence in the teaching of mathematics of one or more classroom teachers. Eligible applicants must currently be a classroom teacher at the grades PK-5 level with three or more years of teaching experience in grades PK-5. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on the day of the application) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Teacher Professional Development Grant (6-8)

The purpose of this grant is to support professional development to improve the competence in the teaching of mathematics of one or more classroom teachers. Eligible applicants must currently be a classroom teacher at the grades 6-8 level with three or more years of teaching experience in grades 6-8. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on the day of the application) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Teacher Professional Development Grant (9-12)

The purpose of this grant is to support professional development to improve the competence in the teaching of mathematics of one or more classroom teachers. Eligible applicants must currently be a classroom teacher at the grades 9-12 level with three or more years of teaching experience in grades 9-12. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. The applicant must be a current (on the day of the application) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Advanced Mathematics Education Course Work Scholarship for Teachers (9-12)

The purpose of this grant is to provide financial professional learning support to improve competence in the teaching of mathematics by completing advanced coursework in mathematics education. Eligible Applicants: Persons currently teaching mathematics in grades 9-12 at least 50 percent of the school year and have taught school mathematics at least three years. No person may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year. Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply. Applicant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

Partnership for Transition to College Readiness Grant

The purpose of the grant is to support partnerships between high schools and local higher education entities and to support innovation in 12th grade preparation promoting successful transition to college mathematics. The application team must consist of at least one high school mathematics teacher and at least one higher education faculty member. Higher education members may be from mathematics, mathematics education, education programs or a combination and must teach/supervise in the program(s). Teams may receive no more than one award administered by the MET. Teams are encouraged to identify and seek additional funding sources. At least one of the lead applicants applying for the grant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. Deadline: November 1. Click here.

DiscoverE Engineers Week Grant

DiscoverE’s grant opportunities are designed to support volunteer and educator efforts to inspire the next generation of innovators through hands-on exploration of engineering. Grants range from $250 to $1,000. Engineers Week Outreach Grants support activities and events that focus on underserved K-12 students and feature hands-on engineering experiences. This application only requires you to fill out a quick form. Deadline: November 4. Click here.

DiscoverE Girl Day Grant

DiscoverE’s grant opportunities are designed to support volunteer and educator efforts to inspire the next generation of innovators through hands-on exploration of engineering. Grants range from $250 to $1,000. Girl Day Grants support events to showcase the fascinating world of engineering to K-12 girls and all students of marginalized gender. This application only requires you to fill out a quick form. Deadline: November 4. Click here.

Helping Kids Mini Grant Program

This program helps public school districts meet urgent health, mental health, education and social service needs that impact children and their families. The mini grants have been used for everything from urgent everyday necessities to natural disaster relief. This year, there is $42,000 in grant funding to help with improving school infrastructure to improve learning. Must be a current AASA member in good standing. Deadline November 10. 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.

Discovery Research PreK-12 (DRK-12)

The goal of the Discovery Research PreK-12 program (DRK-12) is to catalyze research and development that enhances all preK-12 teachers’ and students’ opportunities to engage in high-quality learning experiences related to the sciences, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The program’s objectives are to: (1) build knowledge about how to develop preK-12 students’ and teachers’ STEM content knowledge, practices, and skills; (2) support collaborative partnerships among STEM education researchers, STEM education practitioners and school leaders with the goals of extending relevant scientific literatures while developing more effective practice; and (3) build the field of STEM education by supporting knowledge synthesis, interdisciplinary interactions across fields and stakeholders, and the development of novel and robust ways of assessing teacher and student learning, engagement, and skills. Outcomes of DRK-12 projects can include but are not limited to promising, evidence-based products that can be used by others to support the success of all teachers and all students (e.g., curriculum, teaching and research tools, and models of collaboration). Deadline: November 13. 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 14. Deadline: November 15. Click here.

Community Action Grants

Community Action Grants provide funding to individuals, AAUW branches and AAUW state organizations as well as community-based nonprofits for general operating support and innovative projects that promote education and equity for women and girls. Applications open August 1. Deadline: November 15. Click here.

FIRST Tech Challenge New Team Hardship Grant

FIRST is an inclusive robotics community that prepare young people for the future. Thanks to the generous support of the DEKA Foundation, Bosch, and Jabil Cares Foundation, FIRST® is excited to offer a need-based FIRST® Tech Challenge New Team Hardship Grant for teams participating in the 2024-2025 FIRST® Tech Challenge Season! This is a needs-based grant for rookie teams, with funding to be used toward season registration and products in the FIRST Tech Challenge Storefront. Deadline: November 19. Click here.

2025 Youth Garden Grant

Since 1982, the Youth Garden Grant has supported school and youth educational garden projects that enhance the quality of life for students and their communities. Applications open October 28. Deadline: November 22. 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.

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.

High School Physics Teacher Grant

It is the goal of the AAPT to encourage high school teachers to experiment and improve on their teaching practices. It is our belief that as teaching practice improves, then physics enrollment and excitement among students increase. The grant(s) are given each year to teachers whose proposal meets the goal of the grant. That is, the procedure should result in better teaching practice, student understanding and interest, and/or increased enrollment. Also, the proposal should contain some innovative ideas. For example, the proposal may use a new teaching method or an adaptation of an existing idea. Applicants must be a national member of AAPT. Deadline: December 1. 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.

American Rocketry Challenge- STEM Innovation Grant Program

New to rocketry? The American Rocketry Challenge offers STEM Innovation grants to Title I schools to provide resources and initial funding to help launch a rocketry program. 25 grants are available for the 2025 competition, all for schools that have not competed previously in the American Rocketry Challenge. In the first year, we will waive your team’s application registration fee. Your team will also be eligible to compete in our Presentation and Marketing Competitions. These grants provide schools with the resources needed to launch a rocketry program, including an opportunity to secure initial funding and receive mentoring and a rocketry starter kit. Deadline: December 1. Click here.

Manufacturing Camp Grant

Summer manufacturing camp program for girls and/or boys ages 12-16. Summer camps have been a successful way of introducing middle- and high-school students to the fascinating, high-tech career choices available to them in today’s automated manufacturing industry. Grant cycle opens 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.

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. Deadline: December 1. Click here.

Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries

The Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries provides funds to our Nation’s neediest schools so that they can extend, update, and diversify the book and print collections in their libraries with the goal of encouraging students to develop a love of reading and learning. A certified librarian or other paid professional must be assigned as responsible for the collection, care, and use of the materials housed in the school library. Public school applicants must be Title 1 eligible. Neighborhood schools, charter schools, magnet schools, etc. are all welcome to apply if Title 1 eligible. Private and parochial schools are also welcome to apply if at least 50% of their student population qualify for financial aid. Your school must have a library or designated space on campus where books are accessible to all students to check out. Deadline: December 6. Click here.

2025 Youth Garden Grant

Shade Structure Program

The AAD Shade Structure Grant Program 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. In addition to the grant, the AAD also provides a permanent sign for display near the shade structure. All shade structure grant program applications must include a letter of recommendation from an AAD member dermatologist. Deadline: December 15. Click here.

Saucony Run for Good Foundation

The Saucony Run for Good Foundation is committed to informing the public about the cause and prevention of childhood obesity and provides funding to optimize the impact and success of community organizations that promote running and healthy lifestyle programs for youth. Nonprofit organizations that demonstrate how its program will utilize running participation for the health and well-being of children are eligible to apply. Deadline: December 15. Click here.

Shade Structure Program

IACA Nonprofit Mini-Grant Program

Integrity: Arts & Culture Association (IACA) Mini- Grants for organizations generally average $350 and are intended to assist with the following: artistic programs that engage the community; projects that involve educating youth in the arts; services for artists; leadership training that will increase an arts organization’s strength and capacity for the long term, etc. This is our way of planting seeds that we believe will continue to grow. Please Note: Funds may not be used for capital projects, office equipment or for regranting purposes. Applicants must have 501(c)(3) status. Deadline: December 25. Click here.

Pets in the Classroom Sustaining Grant

Pets in the Classroom is an educational grant program that provides financial support to teachers to purchase and maintain small animals in the classroom. The program was established by the Pet Care Trust to provide children with an opportunity to interact with pets – an experience that can help to shape their lives for years to come. Educators who have already received an initial grant is eligible for a $50 sustaining grant each school year. Deadline: December 31 and June 30. 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. 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: January 1. Click here.

Literacy Opportunity Fund

The Literacy Opportunity Fund awards grants to nonprofit organizations within the U.S. that provide literacy services directly to students. Funded by the Nora Roberts Foundation and administered by ProLiteracy, the Literacy Opportunity Fund distributes grants of $3,000 to $6,000 to support general operating expenses. To be eligible for this grant, your organization must be a registered nonprofit with 501(c)3 status. Literacy organizations are eligible to apply once, annually. Deadline: October 1, January 1, April 1, and July 1. Click here.

IECA Foundation

The IECA Foundation leverages the funds of IECA members, donors and event sponsors, to help underserved youth and young adults make educational choices. Just as IECA consultants apply objective professional assessment, skilled individual counseling, and family engagement to help clients make thoughtful, positive life choices, the Foundation supports, through its grant-making, programs utilizing similar strategies for underserved youth and young adults.The IECA Foundation supports non-profit organizations, schools and other educational institutions in the United States that are eligible for funding. The IECA Foundation does not provide grants to for-profit organizations, individuals, or organizations outside of the US. Deadline: January 6. Click here.

The Mockingbird Foundation

The Mockingbird Foundation provides one-time grants to organizations that provide music education programming to students. Funding ranges from$100 –

$10,000. 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.

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: January 15. Click here.

Allen Foundation

The policies and priorities of the Allen Foundation are: to make grants to fund relevant nutritional research; To support programs for the education and training of mothers during pregnancy and after the birth of their children, so that good nutritional habits can be formed at an early age; To assist in the training of persons to work as educators and demonstrators of good nutritional practices; and To encourage the dissemination of information regarding healthful nutritional practices and habits. In certain circumstances, the Allen Foundation will consider requests from the following: hospitals or medical clinics; social, religious, fraternal, or community organizations; private foundations; and K-12 public, parochial or private schools. Deadline: January 15 and July 15. Click here.

The Les Paul Foundation

The Les Paul Foundation provides grants for music education, engineering, and innovations. The foundation funds programs and projects that promote the legacy of Les Paul. Deadline: January 15 and September 15. Click here.

Justin J. Watt Foundation

The Justin J. Watt Foundation mission and priority is to help as many schools/programs as possible. Funding is to be used for uniforms; safety equipment like helmets, pads, and wrestling or cheerleading mats; balls, bats, nets, and other equipment vital to the sport; and storage equipment. Must meet between 3:00pm-5:00pm and serve kids in 6-8th grade. Eligibility: must operate in a school district where 60% or more of students are eligible for the free/reduced lunch program. Deadline: January 15, April 15, and September 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 Grant

This Middle School Music Grant Program supports the efforts of teachers in leading their students to a fruitful life of behavioral kindness and emotional wellness, by nurturing empathy and compassion through community service, and an inspiration to become more accomplished musicians. Additionally, the Grant provides funds for the purchase of in-school music classroom equipment and supplies. Grants are available, nationwide, to public middle school music teachers (“Grantees”) in the United States. The Grantee and their middle school music students are to provide a minimum of three musical performances at senior facilities in their local or nearby communities during the school year. Each engagement is to include the essential post-performance student/senior visitation period. The Grant, in the amount of $1,000.00, is limited to one music teacher per school, per school year. The Grantee’s music class must consist of a minimum of 15 students. Applications open September 1. Deadline: January 31. Click here.

2025 GroMoreGood Grassroots Grant

The GroMoreGood Grassroots Grant, brought to you by The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation and KidsGardening, is designed to bring the life-enhancing benefits of gardens to communities across the United States. Applications open January 6. Deadline: January 31. Click here.

Outride R4F Grant

RIDING FOR FOCUS (R4F) is a school-based rider education program. Developed as a result of our initial research findings, R4F promotes cycling as an outlet for students to improve their cognitive, physical, and socio-emotional well-being. Schools can acquire R4F via two pathways – by purchasing the program, or, for public middle schools serving low- income communities, by applying for a program grant. Schools are provided with everything they need to get their 6th-8th grade students riding, including bikes, helmets, curriculum, teacher training, and an opportunity to attend our annual instructor training event at a Specialized bikes office. Eligible applicants for R4F are public middle schools primarily serving students from low- income backgrounds (>40% of school population). Deadline: January 31. Click here.

Spring Semester – Long Living to Serve Grant

This grant provides middle/high school Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapters with up to $1,200 per semester to implement a service-learning project in their community for one semester. An FFA chapter is the student organization arm of a school-based agricultural education program. Students learn about an area of agriculture that interests them, then they gain hands-on experience in that field through FFA. To start an FFA chapter, you first begin by establishing an agricultural education program at your school. Applications open December 15. Deadline: February 1. 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: June 15, October 15, and February 1. 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, and
Research and

Deadline: February 1, April 1, July 1, and September 6. Click here.

Roald Dahl’s Miss Honey Social Justice Awards

The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) offers Roald Dahl’s Miss Honey Social Justice Awards that recognize school librarians in teaching social justice. Projects are judged on degree of joint effort over time between the school librarian and classroom teacher(s) and use of appropriate library resources to convey a child’s sense of justice, as exemplified by Miss Honey, a character in…… Deadline: Applications are due February 1, annually. Click here.

AASL Innovative Reading Grant

The AASL Innovative Reading Grant supports the planning and implementation of a unique and innovative program for children that motivates and encourages reading, especially with struggling readers. The reading program must be specifically designed for children in kindergarten through grade 9 in a school library setting. The grant committee awards the grant to an innovative program that demonstrates… Deadline: Applications are due February 1, annually. Click here.

Easton Foundations

The Easton Foundations is presented with many grant applications for archery equipment and range improvements from dedicated youth programs and organizations. Because of this high volume and our current commitments, our focus is to fund programs and organizations that align with our mission “To inspire individuals and collaborate with partners by providing resources and services that result in growth and life-long enjoyment of archery.” Only organizations with 501(c)3 status are eligible. Deadline: February 1 and August 1. Click here.

ABC-CLIO Leadership Grant

This grant is given to school library associations that are AASL Chapters for planning and implementing leadership programs at the state, regional, or local levels. Possibilities include programs that: Involve new members; Train on-going leaders; Prepare school librarians to be building or district level leaders; Encourage collaboration among organizations. Applicant must be a current member of the AASL Chapter Assembly. Deadline: February 1. Click here.

Institutes for K-12 Educators

NEH-funded institutes are professional development programs that convene K-12 educators from across the nation to deepen their understanding of significant topics in the humanities and enrich their capacity for effective scholarship and teaching. Applications open November 14. Deadline: February 12. Click here.

Conagra Brands Foundation

The Conagra Brands Foundation supports select nonprofit organizations that align with our core focus areas. This includes a broad array of initiatives that address food insecurity, such as: food access, nutrition education, cooking skills, healthy and active lifestyles and select urban agricultural programs that have a clear community focus and provide entrepreneurial skills to help individuals participate in the farm to fork economy. LOIs accepted beginning January 1. Deadline: February 15. 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.

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.

Clif Bar Family Foundation

Grants are awarded annually for general operational support as well as for specific projects. Grants average approximately $5,000 each. Deadline: March 1 and August 1. Click here.

The Chisholm Foundation

The Chisholm Foundation accepts grant applications that are compatible with its mission to nurture and support meaningful endeavors in education, the arts, and religion. The foundation is particularly interested in new or demonstration projects which, if successful, can be continued and expanded with the help of additional financial supporters. Therefore, the foundation encourages applicants to seek matching gifts or challenge grants that can magnify Foundation funds. Submitted applications are reviewed individually by the foundation directors, who may or may not request additional information from applicants. Deadline: March 1 and September 1. 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.

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.

“Living in a Material World” Grant

The ASM Materials Education Foundation annually awards 20 grants of $500 each to assist K-12 teachers bring the real world of materials science into their classrooms. These grants recognize creativity and enhance awareness of materials science and the role that materials play in society. Deadline: March 31 and August 31. 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.

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.

Lawrence Foundation

Social-Emotional Wellness Fund

We believe addressing trauma and fostering social skills is key to helping students succeed in the classroom. Social-emotional wellness curriculum features authentic school-family-community partnerships so students can experience trusting, collaborative relationships. Your gift helps students build the social skill foundation that will carry them through the rest of their lives. The average Spotlight Fund Grant award generally ranges from $500-$1,000 per educator, and about $5,000 per school. Grant opportunities and application deadlines are announced via email. Deadline: May 8. Click here.

STEM Fund

The STEM Fund (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) helps educators access the tools and materials needed to incorporate a rich, experiential STEM-based curriculum in their classrooms. STEM-based curriculum is critical to prepare our young people for 21st century jobs. Many schools are not equipped to meet this need, particularly those in under-served communities. The average Spotlight Fund Grant award generally ranges from $500-$1,000 per educator, and about $5,000 per school. Grant opportunities and application deadlines are announced via email. Deadline: May 8. Click here.

Natural Disaster Relief Fund

The Natural Disaster Relief Fund helps educators replace lost or damaged supplies, and meet students’ needs in the wake of a disaster. Schools and educators provide support, safety, and a sense of community for our nation’s students. A disaster, such as a hurricane or pandemic, can take that away in an instant, putting many students who may already be vulnerable at even greater risk of food insecurity, homelessness, and/or psychological trauma. Educators are often left scrambling to meet students’ educational needs, adapt to new education settings, and/or replace items that were damaged or destroyed. The average Spotlight Fund Grant award generally ranges from $500-$1,000 per educator, and about $5,000 per school. Grant opportunities and application deadlines are announced via email. Deadline: TBD. Click here.

Amber Brown Grant

The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) offers this Grant to commemorate author Paula Danziger. The grant is awarded annually to one school and includes a visit by a children’s book author or illustrator to encourage children and youth to read and connect them with creative influences. The winning school receives a visit by an author or illustrator, a $250 stipend, and $250 worth of books by visiting the author or illustrator. Deadline: TBD. 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

Barbara Wolff-Reichert Travel Grants

This endowment was created by Jonathan F. Reichert to honor Barbara Wolff Reichert and to encourage new high school physics teachers to attend and participate in national meetings of the American Association of Physics Teachers. Eligibility: High school physics teachers who have at least two years of teaching experience and have never attended an AAPT national meeting. The grant will fund travel, lodging, food, and registration. Deadline: June 1. Click here.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA)

Supports prekindergarten through grade 12 classroom-based projects and informal science education projects conducted in outside-the-classroom venues such as libraries, museums, and science centers. Targeted participants are precollege students, teachers, and the general public. Goals are to encourage students from diverse backgrounds, including those from groups underrepresented in the biomedical and behavioral sciences, to pursue education and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Grants up to $250,000 are awarded in the first year, with potential for five years of funding. Eligible applicants are public and private institutions of higher education. Applications are encouraged from Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions, Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions, Hispanic-Serving Institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities. Other eligible applicants are independent school districts and public, private, and charter schools; faith- based, community-based, Native American Tribal, nonprofit, and regional organizations; for-profit organizations, including small businesses; public housing and Indian housing authorities; state, local, and Tribal governments, including US territories and possessions; and eligible agencies of the federal government. Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to consult the NIH contact aligned with the proposal’s area of focus. Deadline: June 6, 2025. Click here.

Every Kid Outdoors

Get passes for your students! As a fourth-grade educator, you can download an activity and print paper passes for each of your students. This program only provides passes for fourth graders. You’re a fourth-grade educator if: You’re a teacher at a U.S. or U.S. military school, or you’re an adult who engages fourth graders through a youth-serving organization. For example, a camp director, a home-school leader, an after-school leader, or a religious group leader. Each student receives a paper pass with a unique code. That pass gives them free access to all national parks, lands, and waters through August 31, 2025. Deadline: August 1, 2025. Click here.

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