Ed Waltman Mini Grants

Ed Waltman Mini Grants

Funder: Educare Foundation Inc (MN, US)

Overview: The Ed Waltman Mini Grants program provides financial support to educators in the Mankato Area Public Schools that goes beyond the normal operating budget to fund programs and activities that enhance educational opportunities for all students and encourage teachers to explore new ways of learning.

Key Information

• Geographic Scope: Mankato Area Public Schools
• Status: Active; educators may apply throughout the school year
• Foundation Background: Non-profit organization founded in 1995; has provided more than $1.3 million in financial support to Mankato Area Public Schools
• Purpose: Fund programs and activities that enhance educational opportunities, encourage teachers to explore new ways of learning, and provide a vital link between the community and the classroom

Application Schedule (2024-2025)

• 1st Quarter: Application Due November 1, 2025; Committee Review November 11, 2025; Board Approval November 18, 2025; Award Notification November 21, 2025
• 2nd Quarter: Application Due December 1, 2025; Committee Review December 9, 2025; Board Approval December 16, 2025; Award Notification December 19, 2025
• 3rd Quarter: Application Due February 1, 2026; Committee Review February 10, 2026; Board Approval February 17, 2026; Award Notification February 20, 2026
• 4th Quarter: Application Due April 1, 2026; Committee Review April 7, 2026; Board Approval April 14, 2026; Award Notification April 17, 2026

Eligibility

• Educators in Mankato Area Public Schools

Contact

• Phone: 507-387-1868
• Email: educaremankato@gmail.com
• Address: P.O. Box 241, Mankato, MN 56002