Purpose: 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. The Grassroots Grants are part of The Scotts Miracle-Gro’s larger GroMoreGood initiative, which will bring the life-enhancing benefits of gardens and greenspaces to 10 million children by the end of 2023.

In 2023, 160 programs will receive funding to start or expand their youth garden or greenspace. A total of $95,000 will be awarded.

Eligibility: Any nonprofit organization, school district, university, government entity, or tax-exempt organization, such as religious organizations and tribal governments, in the United States and US Territories serving at least 15 young people is eligible to apply. 

Amount available per project: Up to $1,500

District Guidelines: An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD.  Please contact Melinna Lopez at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Application Deadline: Friday, February 10, 2023, at 11:59 pm PT

 Application Site: https://kidsgardening.org/grant-opportunities/gromoregood-grassroots-grant-23/

Purpose: The 13th annual Kids to Parks Day is Saturday, May 20, 2023! The National Park Trust excitedly invites kids and families across the country to participate in this nationwide grassroots movement to discover and explore America’s parks, historic sites, public lands, and waters.

As a part of the celebration, the National Park Trust is pleased to once again offer our Kids to Parks Day School Grants Program. Open to students from US Title 1 schools (40% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch) in grades PreK through 12, this grant program provides classrooms with up to $500 for distance learning experiences or up to $1,000 for in-park experiences. Applicants are responsible for meeting all school and park COVID guidelines and regulations. Funding can be used towards program fees, transportation costs, hands-on materials for remote learning activities, stewardship supplies, and any other materials needed for a robust learning experience.

This grant is designed to be student-driven, and student-teacher collaboration is a must. All applications must include a stewardship element and a park-themed educational component that focuses on either outdoor recreation and healthy lifestyles, environmental education/science, or history. 

Eligibility: Students from US Title 1 schools (40% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch) in grades PreK through 12.

Amount available per project: $500- $1,000

District Guidelines: An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD.  Please contact Melinna Lopez at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Application Deadline: February 17, 2023

 Application Site: https://www.cybergrants.com/pls/cybergrants/quiz.display_question?x_gm_id=7616&x_quiz_id=10102&x_order_by=1

Purpose: 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. 

Eligibility:

• 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 is eligible.

Amount available per project: Awards vary.

District Guidelines: An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD.  Please contact Melinna Lopez at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Application Deadline: November 30, 2022 

 Application Site: https://www.bushcenter.org/explore-our-work/taking-action/lbf-application-details.html

Purpose: The Peter R. Marsh Foundation awards Middle School Music Grants to support the efforts of teachers to lead their students to a fruitful life of behavioral kindness and emotional wellness by nurturing empathy and compassion through community service. Additionally, the grant provides funds directly to music teachers for the enhancement of their music education program. 

Eligibility: All music teachers in US public middle schools.

Amount available per project: Grants of $1,000 per school are awarded. 

District Guidelines: An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD.  Please contact Melinna Lopez at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Application Deadline: October 31, 2022 

 Application Site: https://www.prmfoundation.org/music-grant/ 

Purpose: The Synthomer Foundation awards Education Grants in US communities where Synthomer has facilities and company employees live and work. Education programs and projects are the foundation’s highest priority, with emphasis on activities that motivate future leaders and workers to gain knowledge and career skills. Other areas of giving include support for arts and culture, civic projects and economic development, and health and human services. 

Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations. 

Amount available per project: Awards vary. 

District Guidelines: An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD.  Please contact Melinna Lopez at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Application Deadline: October 31, 2022 

 Application Site: https://www.synthomer.com/company/corporate-responsibility/synthomer-foundation/

Purpose: The Toshiba Foundation offers grants to elementary-level teachers for projects that focus on innovative ideas for improving science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) learning in the classroom. Projects should have measurable outcomes and make learning fun for students. 

Eligibility: Elementary school teachers are eligible to apply. Applications must be submitted online. 

Amount available per project: Grants up to $1,000 are awarded.

District Guidelines: An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD.  Please contact Melinna Lopez at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Application Deadline: October 1, 2022 

 Application Site:http://www.toshiba.com/taf/k5_apply.jsp

Purpose: The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics and the Mary P. Dolciani Halloran Foundation make Designing Innovative Lessons and Activities for Mathematics Teaching Grants that support synergy of ideas for kindergarten through grade 8 mathematics. 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.

Eligibility: Eligible applicants are US kindergarten through grade 8 mathematics teachers.

Amount available per project: Grants up to $5,000 are awarded.

District Guidelines: An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD.  Please contact Melinna Lopez at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Application Deadline: November 1, 2022 

 Application Site:https://www.nctm.org/grants/

Purpose: The Rachael and Ben Vaughan Foundation awards grants to support educational programs, as well as those in the areas of health care, human rights, religious support, substance abuse, environmental preservation, and poverty reduction. Although the grant has no geographic limits, projects and programs based in Texas are preferred.

Eligibility: Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations are eligible to apply.

Amount available per project: Awards range from $2,000 to $20,000.

District Guidelines: An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD.  Please contact Melinna Lopez at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Application Deadline: Applications are due September 1, annually. 

 Application Site: http://www.rbvfoundation.org/making

Purpose: The AIAA Foundation Classroom Grant program promotes aerospace education activities in classrooms from kindergarten through grade 12 that significantly influence student learning. Funds are considered for the following materials needed for an activity: classroom science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) demonstration kits; STEM software and supplies; mathematics manipulatives materials; and parts and supplies for robotics programs and for making flying objects.

Eligibility: Eligible teachers must be current AIAA Educator Associate members actively engaged in kindergarten through grade 12 classroom education prior to receiving a grant. 

Amount available per project: Grants up to $500 are awarded. 

District Guidelines: An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD.  Please contact Melinna Lopez at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Application Deadline: October 30, 2022 

 Application Site: https://www.aiaa.org/get-involved/students-educators/aiaa-foundation-classroom-grant-program

Purpose: Through the Community Grant Program, individual Walmart stores, Sam’s Clubs, and logistics facilities can support the needs of their communities by providing grants to local organizations. These grants are designed to address the unique needs of the communities where Walmart operates. The organization’s goals must align with at least one of the following areas: community and economic development; diversity and inclusion; education; environmental sustainability; health and human service; hunger relief and healthy eating; public safety; and quality of life.

Eligibility: Eligible applicants are nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations; recognized government entities; kindergarten through grade 12 public, private, or charter schools; community or junior colleges; state or private universities; and churches or faith-based organizations.

Amount available per project: Awards range from $250 to $5,000.

District Guidelines: An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD.  Please contact Melinna Lopez at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Application Deadline: December 31, 2022 

 Application Site: https://walmart.org/how-we-give/local-community-grants