How much funding does CAEF Power of Centennial Grants provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for CAEF Power of Centennial Grants?

The deadline is September 30, 2026.

CAEF Power of Centennial Grants

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

September 30, 2026

174 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

CAEF Power of Centennial Grants

Overview: Providing funding for educational programs that supplement and enhance experiences within the Centennial School District.

Geographic Scope: Centennial School District, Circle Pines, MN

Eligibility:

Individuals or groups applying to receive funding must provide benefit to the Centennial School District Community

Requests consistent with CAEF's mission and focus areas will be considered

Grant applications must have principal/supervisor approval

Programs and activities should supplement and enhance experiences, not replace what is or should be provided by the District as part of normal budgeting

Focus Areas:

Educational programs that supplement and enhance district experiences

Examples from recent grants include: STEM education, robotics, reading engagement, backpack programs, arts programs, technology tools

What CAEF Does NOT Support:

Transportation

Food

Salaries

Capital asset purchases

Clothing

Grant Recipient Agreement:

Funds must be used within 12 months of award

Recipients must provide a completed Post-Grant Summary Report to the Board of Directors at conclusion of activity or project

Funds must be returned to CAEF if activities are not completed

Publications/communications related to funded project must list CAEF as sponsoring organization

Recipients must agree that CAEF can communicate or publicize the grantee, grant purposes, and intended benefits

If requested, grantee must present to CAEF Board

2025 Award Examples:

Ranged from $250 to $3,620

15 grants awarded totaling $14,130.85

Contact:

Email: thecaef@gmail.com

Phone: 612-756-8099

Address: CAEF, PO Box 4, Circle Pines, MN 55014

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Application Opens: September 30th, 2025
2. Obtain Approval: Secure principal/supervisor approval before applying
3. Submit Application: Complete CAEF Grant Application form
4. Review Process: Grant Review Committee reviews, evaluates, and recommends grants to CAEF Board
5. Notification: Grant applicants will be notified by email regarding status of request

Required Materials:

Completed CAEF Grant Application form

Principal/supervisor approval

Project description and budget

Grant Review Criteria:

Alignment with CAEF's mission and focus areas

Available funds

Guidelines and criteria established by the board

Post-Award Requirements:

Complete Post-Grant Summary Report at conclusion of project

Acknowledge CAEF in publications/communications

Make presentation to CAEF Board if requested