*The rideshare company Lyft will award up to $20,000 in free ride-credits to Atlanta area nonprofits! For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: Lyft
ROLLING APPLICATION
*Publix would love to hear about what great things your school is doing for your community! They provide donations, gift cards, sponsorships, giveaways and program ads. If interested, find out more information and apply here: Publix
ROLLING APPLICATION
*Regions Bank is accepting applications for all Pre-K – 12th-grade initiatives and/or teacher development. For more information and to apply, please visit: Regions Bank
ROLLING APPLICATION
*Considering a field trip to a historic battlefield site? The American Battlefield Trust will reimburse your trip for up to $1,500 to any Civil War, Revolutionary War, and War of 1812 battlefields, museums, and historic sites. For more information and to apply, please visit: American Battlefield Trust
ROLLING APPLICATION
*Do you have an AWESOME idea for a project, or are you currently working on one that needs some support? Check out the Awesome Foundation, which is giving micro-grants of $1000 to people working on awesome projects. For more information, eligibility and to apply please visit: Awesome Foundation
NO SET DUE DATE
*The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation is accepting applications for grants ranging from $1,000 – $20,000. Requests are welcomes from community-based, nonprofit organizations that make a tremendous difference. For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: The Dreyfus Foundation
ROLLING APPLICATION
*The Whole Kids Foundation, in partnership with Salad Bars to Schools, is accepting applications to put Salad Bars in your school’s cafeteria! Allow children access to nutritious fruits and vegetables for lunch throughout the year. To be eligible, your school must be participating in the National School Lunch Program. For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: Salad Bars to Schools
NO SET DUE DATE
*Looking for a brand new playground for your school in 2020? KaBOOM! has started accepting applications for its community-build program. For more information, eligibility and assistance with creating your application, please visit: KaBOOM!
ROLLING APPLICATIONS
*The Braitmayer Foundation is accepting letters of inquiry from organizations that use innovative practices in K-12 education. Grants of up to $35,000 will be awarded to programs particularly within curricular and school reform initiatives and/or those focused on professional development opportunities for teachers. For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: Braitmayer Foundation
LETTERS OF INQUIRY DUE BY MARCH 15.
*The Innovation Fund Foundation, in partnership with the Georgia Foundation for Public Education, is accepting applications for the Rural Innovation Fund. Charter schools located in counties with a population of 35,000 and lower are eligible for this grant. Schools can receive up to $10,000 to implement innovative projects that deeply engage students, parents, and/or teachers. For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: Innovation Fund Foundation
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY MARCH 31.
*Nominate an exceptional innovator and leader who is dedicated to improving education and making an impact within the field. The McGraw Prize in Education will recognize an individual within Pre-K-12 education to receive $50,000 and attend a ceremony in New York City this October. For more information, eligibility and to nominate, please visit: McGraw Prize
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY APRIL 15.
*ALDI is now accepting applications for its Smart Kids program. Grants of up to $5,000 are available to organizations that support the health and wellness of children in communities where they have locations. This can be through education, arts, athletics or anything that promotes an active lifestyle. For more information and to apply, please visit: ALDI Smart Kids
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FEB. 1 – DEC. 15.
The American Honda Foundation is awarding one-year grants of up to $75,000 on a rolling basis to youth education projects with a focus on STEM subject areas and the environment. For more information, eligibility, and to apply, please visit: Honda Website
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY AUG. 1.
*The Cornell Douglas Foundation is accepting applications for financial literacy programs. If your school offers a financial literacy program for elementary and high school students, you could be eligible for a grant of up to $50,000. For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: Cornell Douglas
NO SET DUE DATE
*The Community Grant Program is now open from the Walmart Foundation. To be eligible for a grant of up to $5,000, you must request funds for a proposed project that will benefit the community at large. For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: Walmart Foundation
APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ON A ROLLING BASIS THROUGH DEC. 31, 2020.
*Several available grant opportunities are available through the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta and the Community Foundation for Central Georgia. To be eligible, you must complete an online organizational profile. For more information on the foundation, for eligibility and to submit your inquiries, please visit one of the websites above.
APPLICATION DUE DATES VARY.
*The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is dedicated to thriving children, working families and equitable communities. If your school is working towards a new and innovative idea that will support the work this foundation is looking to fulfill, please visit: W.K. Kellogg Foundation
APPLICATION DUE DATES VARY.
*The Wish You Well Foundation is accepting donation requests for literacy programs. The foundation typically receives grant requests between $200 – $10,000. Donation requests must go to support the mission of the foundation. For more information and to apply, please visit: Wish You Well Foundation Website.
NO SET DUE DATE
*A small grant program has been launched by Kars4Kids in support of education and youth development. Grants will range from $500-$2000. If selected, the award amount will depend on your mission and the availability of funds. To apply or recommend 501(c)(3) organization, please visit: The Kars4Kids Website.
NO SET DUE DATE
*The Whole Kids Foundation, in partnership with Salad Bars to Schools, is accepting applications to implement a salad bar in your cafeteria! Give children the option of healthy food choices with fresh fruits and vegetables. To be eligible your school must participate in the National School Lunch Program. For more information and to apply please visit: Whole Kids Foundation
NO SET DUE DATE
Marketing and Communications
*The news Platform Patch can help with offering free services in order to help spread the word about your school! You can post upcoming events, fundraisers, and inform the community about the services offered by your school. For more information please visit: Patch
Music and Art
*If your music department is interested in implementing string instruments into your program, or is looking for additional support, Classics for Kids Foundation wants to help! You can receive up to $5,000 in matching funds for your school. To be eligible for the funding, you must be able to demonstrate need and commitment to raising matching dollars. For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: Classics for Kids Foundation
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY MARCH 31.
*Fender Music Foundation is offering donations of instruments and equipment to schools for use in a music instruction program. Currently, they are awarding guitars and equipment necessary to play them. However, other traditional instruments are sometimes available. For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: Fender Music Foundation
NO SET DUE DATE
*The Harry Chapin Foundation makes grants to nonprofit organizations that fall within the area of arts-in-education programs and agricultural and environmental programs. To be considered for support between $300-$10,000 for a school run art-infused program and for more information please visit: Harry Chapin Foundation
NO SET DUE DATE
Environmental Education
*Check out opportunities from the Captain Planet Foundation for grants that are aligned with helping to build the next generation of environmental stewards. Grants are available for gardening, technology’s role in environmental challenges, ecoSTEM projects, and more! For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: Captain Planet Foundation
APPLICATION DUE DATES VARY
Teachers
*Start winning classroom items for your school from the Meemic Foundation Club! If you sign up to register, you will receive grant-making opportunities straight to your inbox. In the past year in Georgia, the foundation has given away 3D printers, STEAM Student sets, HP Chromebooks, furniture, and back-to-school supply kits. To sign up and register please visit: Meemic Foundation Club
*NWEA is accepting applications for their Educators for Equity Program. Grants of up to $10,000 are available to educators who need funding assistance for programs that foster growth for students facing systemic barriers to a high-quality education. For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: NWEA Educators for Equity
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY MAY 15.
Students
*Achieve Atlanta has opened its need-based scholarship application for graduating Atlanta Public School students. Students who plan to attend a 4-year college are eligible for $5,000 per year and students who plan to go to a 2-year college or tech program are eligible for $1,500 per year. For more information, eligibility and to apply please visit: Achieve Atlanta
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY MAY 31.
*As an effort to promote youth voluntarism, Karma for Cara Foundation is accepting applications for youth micro-grants that range from $250-$1,000. Children 18 and under are eligible for this program, and they can use the funds to complete a service project within their community/school. For examples, further information, and to apply, please visit: Karma for Cara Foundation
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY APRIL 1.
*Follow @volunTEENnation on twitter for more opportunities for teenage students.
*Do you know of a student who is making a difference in the lives of others and within the environment? They could be eligible to be named a winner of the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes! This prize recognizes youth 8 to 18 who have made a significant and positive difference to people through various service projects. The top fifteen winners will receive $10,000 to support their service work or to go towards their education. For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: Barron Prize
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE APRIL 15.
Athletics/Sports
*The Atlanta United Foundation, in partnership with Local Initiatives Support Corporation, is launching a statewide mini-pitch program. The goal is to create mini-pitch soccer fields for low-to-moderate-income communities throughout the state of Georgia. Organizations require a minimum community match of 1:1 up to $75,000. For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: LISC Website
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY MAY 15.
*Good Sports is accepting applications for Sports Equipment Grants. If your school is in need of donated equipment for athletics teams, physical education classes and recess activities, please refer to the organization’s website. Your school must apply as a whole and not as individual programs. For more information, please visit: The Good Sports Website.
ROLLING APPLICATION (recommend eight weeks prior to needing equipment)
*Atlanta Falcons Youth Foundation is partnering with Good Sports to provide equipment and donations to youth throughout the state of Georgia. For more information and to apply, please visit: Good Sports AFYF
ROLLING APPLICATION
*The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation wants to help fund your school team! Requests must be no more than $25,000. If you are looking for funding for sports programs, fees, equipment etc. visit this website for further information and to learn how to apply: Sports Matter
ROLLING APPLICATION
Technology
*If you have an innovative idea for using technology-based lessons in the classroom, take a look at what is being offered by Digital Wish! The nonprofit is dedicated to solving technology shortfalls in the classroom and has more than 50 grants available as well as resources to locate other funding sources. For information, eligibility, and to apply, please visit: Digital Wish
APPLICATION DUE DATES VARY.
*Toshiba America Foundation is offering grants to K-12 teachers in order to help bring hands-on projects into the classroom. If you have an innovative idea to incorporate into your math or science instruction using project-based learning, this opportunity is for you! For more information, eligibility and to apply, please visit: Toshiba
APPLICATION DUE DATES VARY.
*For further information on these opportunities or help with grant resources, please contact Michelle Wirth at mwirth@gacharters.org.
