Block Shot Grants
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
Foundation
Can we apply?
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Eligible organizations
- Both teachers and students who demonstrate excellence, integrity, and a commitment to making a difference
- Classroom MVPs (Teachers): Teachers who go the extra mile to support students, sparking creativity, motivating excellence, and building stronger learning communities.
- They inspire curiosity, mentor beyond the classroom, and leave a lasting impact on every student.
- Class Acts (Students): Students who show teamwork, leadership, and compassion—those who inspire classmates through actions, service, or academic excellence.
Other requirements
- They lead by example, support others, and make a positive difference in their community.
- Primarily focused on Salt Lake City, Utah area, though the foundation has donated to efforts in more than 30 cities and countries globally.
Overview
Program Description: A program honoring teachers and students who go above and beyond in their classrooms and communities, inspiring others through leadership, kindness, and dedication.
Mission: To protect, promote, and empower kids to rise above life's challenges and achieve success.
Eligibility
The program is open to both teachers and students who demonstrate excellence, integrity, and a commitment to making a difference.
Classroom MVPs (Teachers): Teachers who go the extra mile to support students, sparking creativity, motivating excellence, and building stronger learning communities. They inspire curiosity, mentor beyond the classroom, and leave a lasting impact on every student.
Class Acts (Students): Students who show teamwork, leadership, and compassion—those who inspire classmates through actions, service, or academic excellence. They lead by example, support others, and make a positive difference in their community.
Award Information
Recipients of the Block Shot Grants may receive resources or recognition to help further their contributions to education and community development.
Geographic Scope
Primarily focused on Salt Lake City, Utah area, though the foundation has donated to efforts in more than 30 cities and countries globally.
Foundation Background
- Founded: 2017
- Total Donations: $1.3 million donated
- Donation Allocation: 98% of all donations go directly toward programs and youth served
- Impact: Programs have helped more than 20,000 children
Contact Information
Address: PO Box 540442, North Salt Lake, Utah 84054, United States
How to Apply
How to Apply
Nominations are submitted through an online nomination form.
Required Information
- Nominee Full Name
- Email Address
- School Name
- Role Selection: Select one of the following:
- Teacher (Classroom MVP)
- Student (Class Act)
- Message/Nomination Details: Provide a written message describing why the nominee deserves recognition
Submission
- Submit nominations online via the nomination form on the website
- Click "Nominate Now" to access the nomination form
What Rudys Kids Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2022 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
Rudys Kids Inc reported $136K in grants for 2024 as a total without an itemized list; the grant details below are from 2022, its most recent itemized filing.
- Grants in 2022
- 4
- Total given
- $12K
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Range
- $1,000–$5,000
- By dollars: Utah 100%. Top recipient cities: Salt Lake City, UT; Farmington, UT; Salem, UT.
Example grants
Voices for Utah Children · Salt Lake City, UT
Youth Benefit
$5,000
Salt Lake Education Foundation · Salt Lake City, UT
Youth Benefit
$4,000
Kids Heroes Foundation · Farmington, UT
Youth Benefit
$2,000
Kids Who Count · Salem, UT
Youth Benefit
$1,000
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Teachers
- Youth programs
- Education
- K-12 schools
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