Stuff the Bus Foundation Grant

The Stuff the Bus Foundation is accepting grant applications for the 2025-2026 school year to support educators and classrooms in South Central Kentucky.

Key Details

• Geographic Scope: Warren, Simpson, Allen, Barren, Logan, Butler, and Edmonson counties in Kentucky
• Eligible Applicants: Educators applying for their classrooms
• Eligibility: Applicants are eligible for one grant per calendar year
• Status: Currently accepting applications

Grant Types Supported

• Technology
• Special Education
• Arts
• Athletics
• Other

Review Process

• Applications are reviewed by the Board of Directors on the second Monday of every month
• Application submission does not guarantee funding
• Grants can be fully funded, partially funded, or denied
• Unfunded grants in one month may be reviewed again the following month
• Some months have more requests, making the process more competitive

Requirements

• At least 30 days notice required before grant funds can be used
• Photos and receipts are required as proof of spending
• Proof of spending may be used on foundation social media

Service Areas

School districts served include:

• Allen County Schools
• Barren County Schools
• Glasgow Independent Schools
• Butler County Schools
• Edmonson County Schools
• Logan County Schools
• Russellville Independent Schools
• Simpson County Schools
• Warren County Public Schools
• Bowling Green Independent Schools

Contact

• Contact Person: Brian Vratanina, Treasurer
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 270-776-4067

Grant Application Process

The application is completed through an online form at stuffthebusky.com/grants/

Required Information

1. Personal Information
   • Full Name
   • Email Address
   • Contact Phone Number
   • Mailing Address (Street, City, State, Zip)
2. School Information
   • School Name
   • School District (select from dropdown list of service areas)
3. Grant Details
   • Grant Type (select one): Tech, Special Education, Arts, Athletics, or Other
   • Amount Requested: Dollar amount you are seeking
4. Narrative Questions (required)
   • How are you helping to level the playing field for children in South Central Kentucky if selected to receive this grant?
   • How many children will be impacted?
   • Please list specific items these funds would be used for (links to items are helpful)
   • When would you use these funds? (Note: Stuff the Bus requires at least 30 days notice for grant approval)
5. Acceptance Terms
   • Must accept that photos and receipts are required for proof of spending and could be used on social media

Submission Format

• Online form submission via website
• Form includes CAPTCHA verification

Important Notes

• Applications must include at least 30 days notice before intended use of funds
• Applicants limited to one grant per calendar year
• Budget requests should include specific items with links when possible