Grants provide an external funding source for schools and specific projects based on a competitive application and AACPS pursues millions of dollars in state and federal funding each year.
Our PDM Department reviews small and large grant opportunities to help interested schools, educators, and staff explore funding opportunities to meet their needs.
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First Book National Book Bank
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: Unspecified. Eligibility: Eligible applicants are: Libraries with an E-rate of 90 Museums Military family support programs Early Childhood Programs Schools that are eligible for or receiving Title I funding Out-of-School-time Programs Faith-based Organizations Shelters Clinics Head Start Programs USDA Food and Nutrition Programs Federally Qualified Health Centers [...]
National Association of Geoscience Teachers
Deadline: Varies by applicant's location. See website for list of deadlines. Funds: Complimentary two-year membership in NAGT, award plaque, and $500 in travel funds to attend the Geological Society of American's annual meeting or $500 in classroom improvement funds. Eligibility: Any teacher or other K-12 educator who covers a significant amount [...]
National Science Teachers Association
Funder: National Science Teachers Association Available Funds: Varies by award Deadline: Varies by award Summary: Sponsorships for the NSTA Awards help support the science educators and their science educational programs, professional development, and proactive efforts in the science education field. See all the opportunities at their website. Website: http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx
Maryland State Arts Council
Creativity Grant Applications are now open for eligible activities occurring within Fiscal Year 2019 (March 15, 2019 - June 30, 2019). Please note: Applications for eligible activities beginning in FY20 (starting July 1, 2019) can be submitted after April 1. Please read the guidelines thoroughly prior to completing the application to confirm eligibility and [...]
ALDI
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: Grants range from $100 - $5,000. Eligibility: Communities within geographic areas where ALDI has stores, offices or warehouses, and conducts business. See website for searchable database. Description: ALDI solicits applications for the ALDI Smart Kids Program. The program provides funding and gift cards to organizations that promote kids being active and [...]
The Fender Music Foundation
Deadline: Rolling Funds: Unspecified Eligibility: Non Profits and Schools/School Districts Description: The purpose of this program is to provide musical instruments and equipment for music instruction programs. Awarded items will be lightly used, blemished, or otherwise imperfect, and will have been collected from manufacturers and retailers. Awarded items may include [...]
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
Deadline: Rolling Funds: Unspecified Eligibility: Local Government, Non Profits, Schools/School Districts Description: The purpose of this program is to support local community and national causes that align with the charitable tenets of the funding agency. Specifically, this program will support projects in the areas of: Arts and education Health and [...]
Windgate Charitable Foundation
Deadline: Rolling Funds: Unspecified Eligibility: Academic Institutions, Non Profits, Schools/School Districts, Tribal Organizations/Institutions Description: The purpose of this program is to support initiatives focused on visual arts, arts and crafts, and art history preservation efforts, as well as the development and support of art instructional projects. Projects that show promise [...]
ALDI
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: Grants range from $100 - $5,000. Eligibility: Communities within geographic areas where ALDI has stores, offices or warehouses, and conducts business. See website for searchable database. Description: ALDI solicits applications for the ALDI Smart Kids Program. The program provides funding and gift cards to organizations that promote kids being active and [...]
Pitch In For Baseball
Deadline: Ongoing. Funds: In-Kind donations of gloves, bats, balls, bases, catcher's gear, and uniforms. Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations and school-based programs. Areas: Proposed projects must serve economically disadvantaged kids (18 and under). Description: Pitch In For Baseball seeks applicants for its equipment grants program. The program seeks to give kids the joy of baseball and softball. [...]
Hopey’s Heart Foundation
Deadline: Rolling Funds: Unspecified Eligibility: Local Government, Non Profits, Other, Schools/School Districts and State Government Description: The purpose of this program is to prevent sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) from claiming the lives of promising student athletes and to improve sports safety by raising awareness of SCA. To support this goal, [...]
PHIT America
Deadline: TBA. Funds: Grants range from $1,000 - $5,000. Eligibility: Elementary Schools. Areas: To apply, schools must indicate the need of their students to develop their motor skills, reduce obesity, and increase physical literacy and fitness Funds may be used for equipment, facilities, professional development for adults, and programs that increase students' [...]
California Casualty
Deadline: January 15, 2017 (if submitted after deadline will be considered for next school year) Funds: Grants range from $1,000 - $3,000 Eligibility: Public middle and high schools in all states except Alaska, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, New York, and Wisconsin. Applicant must be a current member, or referred by a current member, of [...]
American Chemical Society
Description: ACS requests applications for the ACS- Hach Professional Development Grant program. The program supports high school chemistry teachers as they identify and pursue opportunities that advance their professional development. The program also helps chemistry teachers to enhance the teaching and learning of chemistry in their classrooms. Deadline: Applications to open in [...]
The Education Foundation of AACPS Grants Fund – Spring Deadline 05/15/2024
The 21st CEF grant program provides financial support for AACPS educators, schools, and offices to fund projects, programs, or initiatives that support student learning. The Foundation solicits applications for classroom support, program enhancements, professional development, and/or special events.
Charles Stewart Mott Foundation
Deadline: Rolling for letters of inquiry. Funds: Varies by request. Eligibility: Charitable, educational, and governmental organizations. Areas: Funding is available for: Advancing afterschool programs that increase access to quality educational opportunities for all children. Graduating high school programs that work to increase high school graduation and college-and career-readiness outcomes for youth. [...]
Staples, Inc.
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: Grants up to $25,000. Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations. Areas: Before submitting a grant proposal, potential applicants must be nominated by a local Staples associate. Description: Staples, Inc. provides funding for nonprofit organizations focused on education or job skills. Grants support a range of education and job skills programs, such [...]
SC Johnson
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: Varies by request; though, fro all grants of more than $5,000, the organization expects an outcome report on results at the end of the project or program year, i.e., successes achieved toward goals, number of people served, funds raised, etc. Eligibility: 501(c)(3) organizations and government entities, such as [...]
American Chemical Society
Description: ACS requests applications for the ACS- Hach Professional Development Grant program. The program supports high school chemistry teachers as they identify and pursue opportunities that advance their professional development. The program also helps chemistry teachers to enhance the teaching and learning of chemistry in their classrooms. Deadline: Applications to open in [...]
Fresh Films
Description: Fresh Films requests applications for its Tech Grants program. The program provides support to educators who have a demonstrated need for technology. Deadline: Rolling. Funds: $300 grants. Eligibility: K-12 Educators. Areas: To apply, educators are asked to explain (in 300 words or less) why they need the funds for their classroom and the type of technology they want to [...]
Micro Center
Deadline: September 2, 2017. Funds: Winner will receive a Flashforge Finder FDM 3D Printer and a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B. In addition, the winning student's school will receive a Flashforge Finder FDM 3D Printer and Raspberry Pi 3 Model B units for an entire classroom of up to 30 [...]
National Cristina Foundation
Deadline: Rolling Funds: Unspecified Eligibility: Local Governments, Non Profits, Schools/School Districts, and State Government Description: The purpose of this program is to place eligible nonprofit and public agencies in a network to connect them to donors of used computer equipment. Equipment must be used to provide education, rehabilitation, job development, [...]
Educators of America
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: Varies by Request. Eligibility: K-12 Educators. Areas: Applicants are asked to be as specific as possible when filling out the application, including what technological resources they're requesting, how they will be used, and what long-term strategy will be employed to ultimately increase student achievement and technology integration. [...]
A Great Community Opportunity for Local Youth with the SOFO Beautification Project
"What's great about the project is the youth who work on the project get rewarded by having a day in the Bay on a boat. We really wanted them to connect to the maritime theme," Jennifer Balducci.
Seventh Grade Artists Leave Their Mark on SOFO Maritime Heritage Fence Project
"We had working on the art for the fence project with Mr. Fenton. He really lets us be creative in art club" - Seventh Grade AMS Art Club Student
Maryland Humanities
Description: Maryland Humanities provide support to organizations to explore innovative programs that spark dialogue, strive to engage new audiences, and stimulate thoughtful exchange of ideas. Schools may apply for mini grants to support public humanities projects, documentary film, and civic education initiatives. Deadline: March 1, July 1, and Nov. 1. [...]
Air Force Association
Description: The Air Force Association requests applications for the following: • AFA Educator Grants — the program supports projects that significantly influence student learning and supports the association’s mission. • Grants for Civil Air Patrol Units — funding to support Civil Air Patrol units to advance aerospace education and STEM [...]
ALDI
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: Grants range from $100 - $5,000. Eligibility: Communities within geographic areas where ALDI has stores, offices or warehouses, and conducts business. See website for searchable database. Description: ALDI solicits applications for the ALDI Smart Kids Program. The program provides funding and gift cards to organizations that promote kids being active and [...]
Evergreen Packaging, KidsGardening.org
Deadline: April 16, 2018. Funds: Awards range from $1,000 - $5,000. Eligibility: PreK-12 public and private schools. Description: Evergreen Packaging and KidsGardening.org seeks entries for the spring 2018 Carton 2 Garden contest. The contest asks schools to collect used milk cartons and to design and construct purposeful garden items and structures using them. Contact: See [...]
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: There is no dollar amount limitation for a request for support. Eligibility: Non-Profit organizations. Description: The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. requests applications for its Community Grants program. The program seeks to: Promote safe mobility to make communities stronger. Inspire people to reach their potential in school and [...]
Sunoco Foundation
Deadline: Ongoing for letter of inquiry. Funds: Grants in 2015 ranged from $500 - $500,000. Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations. Description: The Sunoco Foundation provides support in the following three areas: Fueling Minds: to education and develop skills for the workforce. Fueling the Planet: to promote environmental stewardship and responsibility. Fueling Communities: to make them [...]
Sony USA Foundation
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: Varies, but previous grants have ranged from $500 - $62,000. Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations. Description: The Sony USA Foundation provides support in the areas of arts, culture, technology, and the environment, with a particular emphasis on education each of those areas. Contact: Sony USA Foundation Inc., Attn: Communications and Public [...]
Captain Planet Foundation
Funder: Captain Planet Foundation Grants for the Environment Available Funds: Captain Planet Foundation will accept small grant requests for amounts between $500 – $2,500. Deadline: September 30th- typically for spring and summer projects January 31st- typically for fall and winter projects. Summary: Grants are made for activities that conform to [...]
ALDI
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: Grants range from $100 - $5,000. Eligibility: Communities within geographic areas where ALDI has stores, offices or warehouses, and conducts business. See website for searchable database. Description: ALDI solicits applications for the ALDI Smart Kids Program. The program provides funding and gift cards to organizations that promote kids being active and [...]
Hopey’s Heart Foundation
Deadline: Rolling Funds: Unspecified Eligibility: Local Government, Non Profits, Other, Schools/School Districts and State Government Description: The purpose of this program is to prevent sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) from claiming the lives of promising student athletes and to improve sports safety by raising awareness of SCA. To support this goal, [...]
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
Deadline: Rolling Funds: Unspecified Eligibility: Local Government, Non Profits, Schools/School Districts Description: The purpose of this program is to support local community and national causes that align with the charitable tenets of the funding agency. Specifically, this program will support projects in the areas of: Arts and education Health and [...]
The WaWa Foundation
Deadline: ongoing for letters of inquiry. Funds: Grants up to $2,500. The Foundation also makes in-kind product donations. Description: The WaWa Foundation provides support in the ares of health, hunger, and everyday heroes. Contact: The WaWa Foundation, 260 W. Baltimore Pike, WaWa, PA 19063. Email: online email form located on [...]
PHIT America
Deadline: TBA. Funds: Grants range from $1,000 - $5,000. Eligibility: Elementary Schools. Areas: To apply, schools must indicate the need of their students to develop their motor skills, reduce obesity, and increase physical literacy and fitness Funds may be used for equipment, facilities, professional development for adults, and programs that increase students' [...]
Kinder Morgan Foundation
Deadline: Rolling Funds: $1,000 (Min) / $5,000 (Max) Eligibility: 501 (c)(3) non profit organizations, Public and private schools, and libraries Description: The purpose of this program is to provide youth with opportunities to learn and grown, thus helping today's science, math, and music students become the engineers, educators, and musicians [...]
The Fender Music Foundation
Deadline: Rolling Funds: Unspecified Eligibility: Non Profits and Schools/School Districts Description: The purpose of this program is to provide musical instruments and equipment for music instruction programs. Awarded items will be lightly used, blemished, or otherwise imperfect, and will have been collected from manufacturers and retailers. Awarded items may include [...]
SpreadMusicNow
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: Unspecified. Eligibility: Academic Institutions, Non-Profits, Schools/School Districts. Description: The purpose of this program is to fund music programs that foster continual learning and put students on a clear path to college, career, and life success. Through this program, the funding agency seeks to modernize music education initiatives [...]
The Education Foundation of AACPS Grants Fund – Spring Deadline 05/15/2024
The 21st CEF grant program provides financial support for AACPS educators, schools, and offices to fund projects, programs, or initiatives that support student learning. The Foundation solicits applications for classroom support, program enhancements, professional development, and/or special events.
Lumber Liquidators
Description: Lumber Liquidators’ Lay It Forward program donates flooring and monetary donations to organizations making lasting differences in their communities. Deadline: Rolling. Funds: In-kind donation of flooring and monetary donations. Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations, schools, arts facilities, and community groups. Email: lldonations@lumberliquidators.com Web: www.lumberliquidators.com/layitforward
Maryland Humanities
Description: Maryland Humanities provide support to organizations to explore innovative programs that spark dialogue, strive to engage new audiences, and stimulate thoughtful exchange of ideas. Schools may apply for mini grants to support public humanities projects, documentary film, and civic education initiatives. Deadline: March 1, July 1, and Nov. 1. [...]
Air Force Association
Description: The Air Force Association requests applications for the following: • AFA Educator Grants — the program supports projects that significantly influence student learning and supports the association’s mission. • Grants for Civil Air Patrol Units — funding to support Civil Air Patrol units to advance aerospace education and STEM [...]
The National Society for High School Scholars – Varying Deadlines
Description: The National Society of High School Scholars provides resources to assist educators in their efforts to educate and encourage students to excel academically. The organization currently has 10 grant programs open with funds ranging from $250-$5,000. Deadlines vary by programming being applied to. See below for individual grant program [...]
American Chemical Society
Description: ACS requests applications for the ACS- Hach Professional Development Grant program. The program supports high school chemistry teachers as they identify and pursue opportunities that advance their professional development. The program also helps chemistry teachers to enhance the teaching and learning of chemistry in their classrooms. Deadline: Applications to open in [...]
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Deadline: November 3, 2017 Funds: Grants up to $3,200. Eligibility: Teachers of grades 9-12. Areas: Primary emphasis is placed on appropriate mathematics content courses. Mathematics education courses may also qualify if a suitable rationale is provided by applicant. Description: The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics solicits applicants for the [...]
National Science Teachers Association
Funder: National Science Teachers Association Available Funds: Varies by award Deadline: Varies by award Summary: Sponsorships for the NSTA Awards help support the science educators and their science educational programs, professional development, and proactive efforts in the science education field. See all the opportunities at their website. Website: http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx
NEA Foundation Learning and Leadership Grants
Funder: The NEA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the National Education Association, is a public charity supported by contributions from educators' dues, corporate sponsors, and others. The foundation supports student success by helping public school educators work with key partners to build strong systems of shared responsibility. Deadline: Oct 15, Feb [...]
Bestselling Author Kami Garcia Inspires Annapolis Middle Students with a Visit & Advice on Finding Their Voice as an Author
"I really liked hearing about how she found her voice as a writer. It made me want to start writing more and to experiment with different styles."
First Book National Book Bank
Deadline: Rolling. Funds: Unspecified. Eligibility: Eligible applicants are: Libraries with an E-rate of 90 Museums Military family support programs Early Childhood Programs Schools that are eligible for or receiving Title I funding Out-of-School-time Programs Faith-based Organizations Shelters Clinics Head Start Programs USDA Food and Nutrition Programs Federally Qualified Health Centers [...]
Helping Teachers Teach
Funder: Northern Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce Foundation (NAACCC) Available Funds: $500 Available Grants: Classroom Support Deadline: Ongoing Summary: The NAACCC Foundation, Inc. raises and grants funds to support Grants to teachers for use in their classrooms. For more information about this opportunity click here.
AACPS STEM Awards 2024 Celebrates Excellence in Students and Teachers
"The best way to predict the future is to invent it" - Alan Kay, Winner of the A.M. Turing Award
Winton Scholar 2024 – Peter S.
I know, no matter what, I am going to devote my life to aviation.
Winton Scholar 2023 – Nathan A.
I am “forever looking towards the sky.”
Winton Scholar 2023 – Spencer C.
When I looked into Mr. Winton, his story really resonated with me and it felt like we had similar passions.
How STEM Helped Me Build My Future
With the guidance of my parents, I was able to realize that this whole time STEM was helping me build a stable future.
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AACPS STEM Awards 2024 Celebrates Excellence in Students and Teachers
"The best way to predict the future is to invent it" - Alan Kay, Winner of the A.M. Turing Award
Winton Scholar 2024 – Peter S.
I know, no matter what, I am going to devote my life to aviation.
A Great Community Opportunity for Local Youth with the SOFO Beautification Project
"What's great about the project is the youth who work on the project get rewarded by having a day in the Bay on a boat. We really wanted them to connect to the maritime theme," Jennifer Balducci.
Seventh Grade Artists Leave Their Mark on SOFO Maritime Heritage Fence Project
"We had working on the art for the fence project with Mr. Fenton. He really lets us be creative in art club" - Seventh Grade AMS Art Club Student
Bestselling Author Kami Garcia Inspires Annapolis Middle Students with a Visit & Advice on Finding Their Voice as an Author
"I really liked hearing about how she found her voice as a writer. It made me want to start writing more and to experiment with different styles."
Winton Scholar 2023 – Nathan A.
I am “forever looking towards the sky.”
This page was designed and created by Kyle Lilley, a student intern for the PDM department, and a class of 2017 STEM student at South River High School.