• FUND A MINI-GRANT

    Support Teachers! Become a Mini-Grant Donor! 

    Give the gift that keeps on giving and support Pearland ISD campus educators through the mini-grants program, Dec. 1-15, 2023.

    What are Mini-Grants?

    Pearland ISD campus educators can request mini-grants of up to $250 to support their classroom projects and lessons. Unlike innovative grants, mini-grants can include supplies and other consumables.

    How Can I Support this Initiative?

    Donors can select the mini grant(s) they find most appealing and they can fund the request(s) on the spot through an online portal. Approved teacher mini-grant requests will be made available to community donors during our Jingle and Mingle Backyard Benefit, Dec. 2. 

    What Will I Find When the Link is Live?

    All approved mini-grant requests will include the following details:
    1) The requestor's name
    2) The title of the mini-grant request
    3) Campus name
    4) A brief description of the mini-grant request
    5) A QR code that links to the mini-grant landing page

    What Else?

    NEW THIS YEAR! In celebration of our Foundation’s 10-year anniversary, we are excited to announce our 10-for-10 matching program, where we will match up $10,000 to fund even more teachers through the mini-grants program. Encouraging this initiative can generate substantial support for the Foundation’s growing mini-grant program and can make a significant impact on education in Pearland ISD.

    The mini-grant link will be available in December! Stay tuned!

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    Apply for Mini-Grants for 2023-24

Apply for a Mini-Grant!

  • Mini-Grant Timeline

    November 1-27 – Mini-Grant Applications Accepted

    December 1-15 – Community Funds Mini Grants

    December 2 – Jingle and Mingle Backyard Benefit@Vallensons Brewing Company

    February 1 - Funding Disbursement Rollout/All Campuses Notified of Funding Allocation

    April 30 - All Funding Must be Spent by Mini-Grant Recipients

  • Mini-Grant Q&A

  • Who Can Apply?

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    Campus Educators from any campus in Pearland ISD can apply for a mini-grant. 
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  • How Much Mini-Grant Funding Can Applicants Request?

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    Educators can request mini-grants of up to $250 to support their classroom projects and lessons. Unlike innovative grants, mini-grants can include supplies and other consumables.
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  • How Many Applications Can I Submit?

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    Each requestor can submit only one application.
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  • I Have a Lot on My Plate. How Long Does it Take to Complete the Application?

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    We understand that you have a busy schedule, which is the reason we made the process of applying for a mini-grant super quick and easy...and digital as the form is located online. The application should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete.
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  • If I Submit an Application, is There a Guarantee that I Will Win?

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    Each application will be screened for eligibility. Further, funding is determined based on community support. Therefore, approved mini-grant requests will be made available to community donors online. Donors can choose which projects, teachers or schools they would like to support.
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  • I Tried to Apply Last Year and Did Not Get Funded. What Should I Do?

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    If your application was not funded last year, do not let that discourage you. We encourage you to apply again and share your mini-grant request with those in your network either via social media, email or word of mouth. 
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  • How Will I Know if I Won a Mini-Grant?

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    You will receive a notification whether you have received mini-grant funding or not. Here is the 2023-24 Mini-Grant schedule:

    November 1-27 – Mini-Grant Applications Accepted

    December 1-15 – Community Funds Mini Grants

    December 2 – Jingle and Mingle Backyard Benefit@Vallensons Brewing Company

    February 1 - Funding Disbursement Rollout/All Campuses Notified of Funding Allocation

    April 30 - All Funding Must be Spent by Mini-Grant Recipients
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  • How Can I Make My Mini-Grant Stand Out to Donors?

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    We STRONGLY encourage you to encourage friends, family campus donors to support your mini-grant when we share your request online. We also STRONGLY encourage you to share information about your mini-grant online once the mini-grant page is live.

    Applicants are encouraged to find creative ways to help their applications stand out as each application will be on display during the Foundation’s Jingle and Mingle Backyard Benefit, set for December 2, 2023. Applicants can increase their chances of winning by attending the event.
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  • Power Your Bright Ideas: Mini-Grant Application Now Open

    The Pearland ISD Education Foundation is excited to kick off the 2023-24 mini-grant program, where campus educators can apply online for a chance to win up to $250 for classroom projects and lessons.

    Applications are now being accepted through November 27, 2023. All Pearland ISD-approved mini-grant requests will be accessible to donors online so they can select the project they want to support.

    Applicants are encouraged to find creative ways to help their applications stand out as each application will be on display during the Foundation’s Jingle and Mingle Backyard Benefit, set for December 2, 2023. Applicants can increase their chances of winning by attending the event.

    NEW THIS YEAR! In celebration of the Foundation’s 10-year anniversary, the Foundation is excited to announce its 10 for 10 program. The Foundation will double the mini-grant awards up to $10,000 by matching every contribution in order to fund even more teachers. Encouraging this initiative can generate substantial support for the Foundation’s growing mini-grant program and can make a significant impact on education in Pearland ISD.

    This mini-grant program is a valuable opportunity for educators to enhance their classroom experiences and benefit from community support. If you're a campus educator in Pearland ISD, don't miss the chance to apply for this program and bring your classroom projects to life.

    For questions, please contact foundation@pearlandisd.org or call (281) 997-4987.

     

  • Use the following guidelines to help you apply for a mini-grant

    Grant Amount: Educators can request mini-grants of up to $250 to support their classroom projects and lessons. Unlike innovative grants, mini-grants can include supplies and other  consumables.

    Donor Selection: Approved mini-grant requests will be made available to community donors online. This allows donors to choose which projects, teachers or schools they would like to support.

    Mini-Grants Displayed Online: Mini-grants will also be showcased during the Vallensons' Backyard Benefit, scheduled for December 2, 2023. This provides an opportunity to learn more about and support the projects they want.

    Eligibility: Campus educators within Pearland ISD are eligible to complete a mini-grant application. Each requestor can submit only one application.

    Funding Disbursement: Funding disbursement will be managed by the campus. Educators should contact their campus administrative assistant for assistance in managing and utilizing the funds effectively.

    Usage Restrictions: It's important to note that the grant funds may not be used for travel costs, monetary incentives, "incentive" field trips, or salaries. The funds are intended for classroom supplies, resources and experiences.