How much funding does Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant provide?

Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant provides $1,000 - $3,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around January.

Who is eligible for Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant?

Eligible applicants: Middle schools and high schools; Public schools only; Maine schools.

How often is Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant offered?

Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected January 15, 2027.

Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant

Maine Education Association

Foundation Annual Grants for K-12 Schools Grants for Youth Sports

Funding Amount

$1,000 - $3,000

Deadline

Expected ~January

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: January 15, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: January

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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

Eligible organizations

Middle schools and high schools
Public schools only
Maine schools

Other requirements

Maine (and nationwide through parent program)

Overview

California Casualty provides grants to help Maine public school sports programs in need. Named for California Casualty Chairman Emeritus Tom Brown, the program recognizes that teamwork, confidence and sportsmanship help develop high achievers in academics and in life.

Eligibility

Middle schools and high schools
Public schools only
Maine schools

Purpose

Support for athletics programs affected by tight budgets
Equipment and uniform purchases

Geographic Scope

Maine (and nationwide through parent program)

Background

Since inception in 2011, more than $660,000 has been awarded to approximately 600 schools across the nation
Previous Maine recipients include Lewiston High School and Woodland Consolidated School (each received $1,000)
In 2018/2019 academic year, 79 public middle and high schools in 32 states shared $83,000 in total awards