Teacher Mini-Grants

Teacher Mini-Grants

Organization: PSJA Education Foundation

Geographic Scope: Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (PSJA ISD), Texas

Mission: Support creative classroom initiatives and innovative educational projects across the district.

Program Details

• Established: 2013
• Award Range: $500 to $1,000 per grant
• Selection: Competitive process
• Annual Distribution: Approximately $40,000+ awarded annually
- 2024-2025: $43,839 awarded across 49 grants (out of 190+ applications)

Focus Areas

Funded projects span a wide range of topics, including:
• Literacy initiatives
• Social emotional learning
• Sustainability
• Technology
• Student broadcasting and media programs
• Library grants

Eligibility

• Open to educators (teachers, librarians, staff) across 28 schools in PSJA ISD

Funding Sources

• Community sponsors
• PSJA ISD employee contributions through monthly payroll deductions
• Foundation donations

Contact Information

• Address: 601 E Kelly Ave, Pharr, TX, United States
• Email: janet.robles@psjaisd.us
• Phone: (956) 354-2000

Impact

Since inception in 2013, the PSJA Education Foundation has distributed over $2.5 million in scholarships and teacher grants.