Thank you for your interest in Cape Cod 5's Educational Mini-Grant Program. The application period for the 2025-2026 school year is now open and we are accepting applications through November 3, 2025!
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About Mini-Grants
Educational Mini-Grants are grants for amounts up to $500 given to local public school teachers to fund educational projects.
Every year, Cape Cod 5 provides thousands of dollars in mini-grants to fund educational projects to public school teachers in the communities we serve. Since its inception in 2000, more than 2,000 Mini-Grants, totaling over $880,000, have been awarded.
This grant funded Building Foundations of Robotics and Coding with VEX Go for Elementary Learners. Introducing VEX Go robots to Harwich Elementary School students in grades 3 and 4 will spark interest in the robots that are used in the middle school and lay the foundation for future computer science and engineering skills.
Elizabeth Hoff, Harwich Elementary School
This grant provided funds for Bird Buddy, to give students the opportunity to birdwatch from the comfort of the classroom and is a great addition to our Science unit that covers Animal Adaptations as well as the mental health benefits it will offer to students.
Shannon Munn, Barnstable United Elementary School
Criteria
Teachers throughout Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket and Plymouth County who are employed as a classroom instructor at any public school are eligible to apply.
Traditionally, we have prioritized imaginative projects that foster creative thinking and have broad impact. We understand that the past few years have posed unique challenges in education and will be using more flexible criteria in considering applications. However the top five most creative projects (as identified by our review committee) will receive $1,000!
Application Process
Applications for the current school year are now being accepted and teachers have until November 3, 2025 to submit for the 2025-2026 school year. Please note there is a special application for Mini-Grants that is separate from our regular Community Support Application.
Selection Process
All applicants will be notified of a decision by early December 2025. Grants will be distributed before year-end by a check made payable to the school and mailed to your principal's attention.
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