The Educare Foundation, a non-profit organization founded in 1995, has provided more than $1.3 million in financial support to Mankato Area Public Schools. Educare’s support through Educator Initiative Grants and Ed Waltman Mini Grants goes beyond the normal operating budget to fund programs and activities that enhance educational opportunities for all students, encourage teachers to explore new ways of learning and provide a vital link between the community and the classroom.
- Educators may apply for Ed Waltman Mini Grants throughout the school year.
- The deadline to submit an Educator Initiative Grant request is February 2, 2024
| Ed Waltman Mini Grant Schedule 2023-2024 | ||||
| Application Due Date | Committee Review | Board Approval | Award Notification | |
| 1st Quarter | October 1, 2023 | October 10, 2023 | October 17, 2023 | October 18, 2023 |
| 2nd Quarter | December 1, 2023 | December 12, 2023 | December 19, 2023 | December 20, 2023 |
| 3rd Quarter | February 1, 2024 | February 13, 2024 | February 20, 2024 | February 21, 2024 |
| 4th Quarter | April 1, 2024 | April 9, 2024 | April 16, 2024 | April 17, 2024 |
| Educator Initiative Grant Schedule 2023-2024 | |
| Application Due Date | February 2, 2024 |
| Committee Review | No later than: March 12, 2024 |
| Board Approval | March 19, 2024 |
| School Board Presentation | Option 1: May 6, 2024 | Option 2: May 20, 2024 |
| Award Notification | Option 1: May 7, 2024 | Option 2: May 21, 2024 |
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