Blaze Credit Union - Teacher Grant 2025

The Blaze Credit Union Foundation Teacher Grant Program is dedicated to empowering teachers within the community by funding innovative and impactful educational projects around financial wellbeing and life skill development. Grants of up to $2,500 will be awarded to support projects focused on financial well-being and life skill development. These projects must be underfunded or not funded by the school district. Special consideration will be given to Title 1 schools, but any K-12 grade-level accredited public, private or charter school within the state of Minnesota is eligible to apply.

Funds are allocated directly to the school on behalf of the awarded project, ensuring that the grant money is used to support the intended educational initiatives. Personal disbursements are not allowed. As part of the application process, applicants are required to attach a detailed budget for their project.

The program values educators who demonstrate a commitment to enriching student development through creative, real-world learning opportunities. Recipients of the grant will be asked to submit a 3-month progress report through their Kaleidoscope account, including updates, photos, and testimonials, displaying the implementation and impact of their project. Blaze Credit Union Foundation is proud to support these efforts and help teachers make a lasting impact on their students' lives.

Questions about the Teacher Grant program should be directed at:

Tina Jones, AVP Financial Empowerment - [email protected] | 651-789-3061

Blaze Credit Union Foundation Teacher Grants are available for accredited public, private or charter Minnesota K-12 teachers for projects that are not funded or underfunded by the school district. These grants aim to support initiatives that enhance financial well-being or life skill development for students in the classroom.

Apply now to make a positive impact on your students' futures!

• Grant applications are open December 1, 2025 - January 6, 2026

• Accredited state of Minnesota K-12 Teacher

• Project must support financial well-being or life skill development.

• Award amounts are $500-$2500.

Special considerations will be given to Title 1 schools, but any accredited K-12 public, private, or charter school within the state of Minnesota is eligible to apply. Grant funding must be used for in-classroom programs and projects.

non-profits, after school and sports programming are not eligible for grant funding.

Details of Selection Criteria:

• Applications will be scored (e.g., innovation, impact, alignment with financial literacy goals).

• These projects must be underfunded or not funded by the school district. Special consideration will be given to Title 1 schools, but any K-12 teacher who works for an accredited public, private or charter school within the state of Minnesota is eligible to apply.

• Value - $500.00 to $2,500.00

Review Process:

• A committee of Blaze employee volunteers will review all applications.

Publicity & Recognition:

Blaze Credit Union Foundation may feature awarded projects on its website or social channels.

FAQ's

•  Can multiple teachers from the same school apply? Yes

• Who is eligible to apply? Any K-12 grade level or accredited public, private or charter school within the state of Minnesota is eligible to apply.

• Can multiple teachers from the same school apply? Yes

• Are repeat applicants eligible? Yes

• What expenses are covered or not covered? Grant does not support gift cards, cash incentives, or salaries. All funds are directly sent to school.

• Are recipients required to submit a follow-up report, photos, or testimonials? Yes, we love to share your stories.