Classroom Grants

Supporting PreK–12 educators with funding for impactful, creative, and equitable classroom projects.

Types of Grants
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What Is a Grant Cycle?

A grant cycle is the set period during which:

  1. We accept applications

  2. We review and score proposals

  3. We notify educators

  4. We disburse funds

  5. We collect impact/reporting information

    • Predictable

    • Transparent

    • Easier on your staff/volunteers

    • Easier for teachers to apply

    • Aligned with school-year rhythms

    And it communicates professionalism and structure to donors.

 

What We Fund

    • Hands-on learning

    • Literacy & publishing

    • Creative expression

    • Culturally responsive teaching

    • Inclusive materials

    • Student-centered ideas

    • Books, tools, materials

    • Guest speakers

    • Field experiences

Who Can Apply

Eligible Applicants:

  • PreK–12 educators

  • Public, charter, and nonprofit schools

  • Individual teachers or small teams

Grant Cycle Lengths

ROLLING YEAR‐ROUND / DECISIONS EVERY 2 WEEKS

MICROGRANTS

$250–$1,000

Rolling, rapid-response (7–14 days turnaround)

MAJOR GRANTS

$1,001–$5,000+

2–3 structured cycles per year

Why this works:

❊ Supports teachers who need quick help
❊ Provides donors with spotlight stories
❊ Fits team bandwidth

VIEW SAMPLE MAJOR GRANT TIMELINE

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Classroom Grant Story

We can’t wait to share more stories from our classroom grants with you—see the ideas teachers are bringing to life and the students they’re inspiring. Every project shows exactly where your support goes, turning donations into real learning experiences. From creative lessons to classroom libraries, your impact is tangible. A full portfolio of projects is coming soon—stay tuned to celebrate the teachers making it happen.

More stories coming soon

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Annual Grant Calendar

MICROGRANTS

  • Rolling year-round

  • Decisions every 2 weeks

MAJOR CYCLES

  • October

  • February

  • May (optional)

WHY THIS WORKS

  • Matches school rhythm

  • Aligns with donor cycles

  • Supports publishing timeline

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Think this could be a fit for your classroom?
Take a moment to review eligibility,
then we’d love to see your idea.

This short form helps us learn about your and your classroom needs.
Selected applicants will be invited to complete a full grant application.