Cycle 2 Classroom Grants Alabama Power Foundation

Grant Opportunity: Classroom Grants Funding Organization: Alabama Power Foundation Contact Information: For more information and to apply, visit the grant application website at https://powerofgood.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/grant-classroom-example.pdf. Award Details: Classroom grants provide funding up to $1,000 for materials to enhance the classroom environment and improve students' learning abilities. The funds can also be used for COVID-19 relief efforts, including technology support, cleaning and sanitation supplies, and mental health needs for students and educators. Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations partnering with local school systems that meet the grant criteria may apply. Schools must have an overall financial need, which is determined if 50% or more of its full-time students receive free or reduced-price lunches or if the school is a Title I school. Applicants must indicate the specific intended use of the grant money and estimate how many students will be affected. Nonprofits working with schools to address mental health needs must collaborate with the school to complete the application. Application Cycles: - Cycle 1: Application opens on February 12, 2024, and closes on February 23, 2024. - Cycle 2: Application opens on September 16, 2024, and closes on September 27, 2024. Evaluation Process: All applications will be reviewed by the Alabama Power Foundation for adherence to the Classroom Grant guidelines. If necessary modifications are required, schools will be notified before the deadline. Applications submitted on the last day cannot be modified if there are any issues. Intended Use of Grants: Classroom grants can be used for various purposes such as supplies for classroom improvement (e.g., library books, basic school supplies), school library materials (e.g., headphones, multimedia equipment), and COVID-19 related support (e.g., mental health services, distance learning adaptation). Grants can also fund sanitation supplies to ensure clean and safe environments for students. However, these grants do not apply to athletic or arts programs. For support in athletic or arts\