Funding Amount

Up to $1,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since
April 2026

From the program guidelines: “Funding is available at any time during the school year with a decision on funding within 14 days of submission.”

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

  • Kentwood Public Schools educators only

Other requirements

  • Individuals may apply for one (1) Mini Grant per school year
  • Technology-related requests must be reviewed by KPS administration before submission

Overview

Geographic Scope: Kentwood Public Schools, Michigan, US

The Mini Grant is available for educational projects up to $1,000. Funding is available at any time during the school year with a decision on funding within 14 days of submission.

Eligibility

  • Kentwood Public Schools educators only
  • Individuals may apply for one (1) Mini Grant per school year
  • Technology-related requests must be reviewed by KPS administration before submission

What KPSEF Cannot Fund

  • Consumable items (food, ordinary teacher supplies, subscriptions, etc.)
  • Student transportation
  • Teacher professional development (PD)
  • Continuation of previously approved programs

Important Notes

  • Availability is limited by the grant budget for the year
  • Decision made within 14 days of submission
  • Grant approval and funding amount are at the discretion of the KPSEF Board of Directors, subject to availability of funds and KPSEF priorities
  • Approved grants are sent to the administration office for allocation to the school
  • Technology Notice: Before submitting technology-related requests, contact Evan Hordyk at evan.hordyk@kentwoodps.org for review by KPS administration

Contact Information

  • Address: 5820 Eastern Ave. Kentwood, MI 49508
  • Phone: 616-455-4400
  • Email: contact@kpsef.org
  • Instruction Office (for fund allocation process): 455-0085

How to Apply

How to Apply

  1. Complete the Grant Application Form (available on kpsef.org/grant-application)
  2. Ensure all required form fields are completed
  3. Submit required attachments (check application form for specific requirements)
  4. For technology-related requests: Email Evan Hordyk at evan.hordyk@kentwoodps.org for KPS administration review before submission
  5. Submit application through the online grant application portal

Important Application Notes

  • Check for similar technologies that may already be available in the district or underused resources within your school/district
  • Consider showcasing your grant and its benefits at the annual Red and Black Gala held in February
  • Submission of a successful grant authorizes KPSEF to use photos, students' work, and other materials on their website and/or in publicity (student photos require pre-approval)
  • You are competing for grant money; put your best effort into the application
  • Decision on funding within 14 days of submission
  • Individuals may apply for one (1) Mini Grant and one (1) Falcon Grant per school year

What Kentwood Public Schools Education Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
1
Total given
$33K
Median grant
$33K
  • By dollars: Michigan 100%. Top recipient cities: Grand Rapids, MI.

Example grants

  • Kentwood Public Schools · Grand Rapids, MI

    Programming

    $33K

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

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • K-12 schools
  • Teachers

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