Classroom Supplies
Materials and everyday resources that help students participate and learn.
Classroom Connections Grants
Empowering teachers. Enriching classrooms. Inspiring students.
Classroom Connections Grants help Minnesota educators bring meaningful ideas to life through classroom resources, learning experiences, technology, enrichment, and innovative projects.
APPROVEDAugust
STUDENTS IMPACTED1,589
FOCUSMinnesota Classrooms
Grant Schedule
Next grant window begins December 1, 2026.
Classroom Connections Grants support Minnesota educators with resources, experiences, and projects that can make a meaningful difference for students.
The next Classroom Connections grant window begins 2026-12-01.
CURRENT STATUS
Scheduled
Opens December 1, 2026
DON'T MISS THE WINDOW
Remind me when Classroom Connections Grants reopen.
Enter your email and Minnesota Kids Foundation will let you know when the next Classroom Connections Grants application window reopens.
Why This Program Exists
Great ideas should not stop at the classroom budget.
Teachers often invest their own time and money into creating meaningful learning experiences. Classroom Connections Grants help bridge that gap by providing direct support for projects and resources that can strengthen student learning.
What Grants Can Support
Flexible support for real classroom needs.
Books & Literacy
Books, literacy tools, reading materials, and classroom libraries.
STEM & Science
Hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math learning resources.
Technology
Learning tools and technology that expand access and student engagement.
Arts & Creativity
Art, music, creative expression, and project-based learning materials.
Special Education
Resources that support diverse learners and individualized classroom needs.
Student Enrichment
Programs and activities that create meaningful opportunities for growth.
Who May Apply
Designed for educators serving Minnesota students.
Eligible applicants may include public, private, charter, early childhood, and special education teachers, as well as educational support programs serving students in Minnesota.
How Applications Are Reviewed
01Student Impact
02Educational Value
03Creativity & Innovation
04Students Served
05Demonstrated Need
06Feasibility & Sustainability
Grant Awards
Support is based on need, available funding, and expected impact.
Award sizes may vary. Applications are reviewed with the goal of directing available resources toward projects that can make a meaningful difference for students.
Plan Ahead
Prepare for the next Classroom Connections grant window.
The next projected application window begins December 1, 2026.