Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~April

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Current deadline
April 3, 2027
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: April

From the program guidelines: “Timeline: Submit before the annual deadline (typically early April based on award patterns)”

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

  • Marble Falls Independent School District (MFISD), Texas

Other requirements

  • Applicants: MFISD teachers and staff

Overview

Overview
The Grants 4 Great Ideas program is the Marble Falls Education Foundation's primary grant program for supporting innovative and creative educational projects.

Eligibility

  • Applicants: MFISD teachers and staff

Focus Areas

  • Creative and innovative classroom ideas
  • Educational projects that boost classroom engagement
  • Projects not covered by state funding and MFISD budget
  • Various initiatives including technology, makerspace projects, and curriculum enhancements

Award History

  • 2026 (early April): Over $122,000 awarded to 36 different projects
  • 2025 (spring): 33 grants awarded, over $122,500 total
  • 2019 (April 3): Over $61,000 awarded across the district
  • 2018: Multiple grants awarded through Prize Posse presentations
  • Total distributed since inception: Over $531,000

Background
The program is structured to directly support Marble Falls ISD public schools by funding projects and initiatives that enhance student learning and educational experiences. Awards are presented annually by the "Prize Posse" with celebration events.

How to Apply

Application Process

Detailed application instructions are not fully provided in the available content. However, applicants should:

  1. Access the Application: Visit the Grant Application page on marblefallsef.org
  2. Eligibility: Confirm you are an MFISD teacher or staff member
  3. Submission: Follow the online Grant Application form requirements
  4. Timeline: Submit before the annual deadline (typically early April based on award patterns)

For Specific Details: Contact the Marble Falls Education Foundation at (830) 798-3580 or visit marblefallsef.org/grant-application/

What Marble Falls ISD Education Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
2
Total given
$110K
Median grant
$55K
Range
$22K–$88K
  • By dollars: Texas 100%. Top recipient cities: Marble Falls, TX.

Example grants

  • Marble Falls ISD · Marble Falls, TX

    Grants to teachers and schools

    $88K

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

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Teachers
  • K-12 schools
  • STEM education

Categories

Browse similar grants by category

Related Grants

Open grants from this funder and similar programs

Your AI grants department

Ready to apply for Grants 4 Great Ideas?

Grantable helps you assess fit, draft narratives, and track deadlines — so you can submit stronger applications, faster.

You found Grants 4 Great Ideas. Now let's win it.

Start writing