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Fall Programs Grants: Mary Lou Anderson Reflections Arts Enhancement

National Congress of Parents & Teachers

Funding Amount

US $1,250

Deadline

October 13, 2026

Due tomorrow

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Current deadline
October 13, 2026
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: October

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Other requirements

  • Local PTAs in good standing with their state PTA.
  • PTAs/PTSAs that are in good standing as defined by their state PTA and are interested in implementing a fun and engaging National PTA program focused on arts, digital safety and well-being and/or healthy lifestyles.

Overview

The Mary Lou Anderson Reflections Arts Enhancement grants, supported by the National PTA, celebrate over 50 years of encouraging artistic expression among youth. This program offers $1,250 to two local PTAs, promoting creativity and confidence in students through the arts. By fostering artistic literacy and well-being, the initiative aims to leave a lasting impact on children, helping them thrive in both academics and life. Eligible PTAs must be in good standing and committed to implementing engaging arts programs.

Mary Lou Anderson Reflections Arts Enhancement, sponsored by the family of Mary Lou Anderson
For over 50 years, the National PTA Reflections arts program has furthered the goals of the program founder, Mary Lou Anderson. Mary Lou Anderson believed in the power and importance of the arts and dreamed that Reflections would leave a lasting impact on children across the country – and it has! Reflections has helped millions of students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life.
This program is for all grades and ages. 2 local PTAs will be selected, and each will be awarded $1,250 in funding. Reflections helps students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life.

Eligibility

PTAs/PTSAs that are in good standing as defined by their state PTA and are interested in implementing a fun and engaging National PTA program focused on arts, digital safety and well-being and/or healthy lifestyles.

Full eligibility text

Local PTAs in good standing with their state PTA.

What National Congress of Parents & Teachers actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
21
Total given
$239K
Median grant
$10K
Range
$6,000–$20K
  • By dollars: Texas 21%, Georgia 11%, California 10%. Top recipient cities: Marietta, GA; Land O Lakes, FL; Round Rock, TX.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 90% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Pasco County Advocates PTA · Land O Lakes, FL

    PTA Connected: Screen Smart - Internet Safety Grant & Event

    $20K

  • Rrisd Council of Ptas · Round Rock, TX

    PTA Connected: Screen Smart - Internet Safety Grant & Event

    $20K

  • Denton HS PTSA · Denton, TX

    PTA Connected: Create with Kindness - Internet Safety Grant & Event

    $18K

  • Marietta High School PTSA · Marietta, GA

    PTA Connected: Create with Kindness - Internet Safety Grant & Event

    $15K

  • Aldrin PTA · Schaumberg, IL

    PTA Connected: Ready, Tech, Go! Internet Safety Grant & Event

    $12K

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Pto
  • Music education
  • Arts

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