Each year, we award grants to deserving K–12 educators to help bring innovative ideas to life in their classrooms. We’re looking for bold, out-of-the-box proposals—big or small—that tackle classroom challenges and spark creativity, helping students thrive and succeed. Multiple $3,000 grants will be awarded to deserving K-12 educators to support their students' growth and success for the school year. Grant materials can be used in a classroom, across multiple grade levels, school-wide, or district-wide, but cannot be used for food or wages. To be eligible, you must be a teacher in the state of South Dakota or within 100 miles of Sioux Falls or Rapid City.

The grant applications will be judged on the following criteria:

• Clearly and concisely written 

• Enhances curriculum or teaching standards 

• Offers a unique, creative solution 

• There are clearly defined outcomes/benefits 

• The requested grant funds are specified and supported 

• Project has positive impact on class, grade, district, and/or community