Casey's (Casey's Foundation)
Cash for Classrooms Grant Program
Casey's gives yearly grants of $3,000 to $50,000 to K-12 public and nonprofit private schools in the states where it has stores, including Arkansas. Money can go to building repairs, supplies and technology, teacher training or field trips.
- Amount
- $3,000 to $50,000
- Can a for-profit school apply?
- No: for-profit schools excluded
- Deadline
- Nov 13, 2026 (30 days left)
- Who this fits
- Private school · MicroschoolNonprofit private K-12 schools with 501(c)(3) status in Casey's 19-state area (Arkansas has Casey's stores). A microschool fits only if it is a nonprofit private school. Homeschool co-ops are not named.Religious schools: not stated, ask the funder
- New schools
- Not stated for new schools
- Where
- Arkansas only
- Last checked
- Oct 14, 2026on caseys.com
Unconfirmed: check with the funder
We couldn’t confirm these on an official page. Treat them as open questions, not facts.
- Whether a brand-new school can win (no rule on years open)
- The full list of Casey's 19 states (Arkansas confirmed only by the store locator)
- Whether religious schools are treated differently (the page does not say)
- Exact last day: the press release says both November 13 and November 14, 2026
How to apply
- Step 1: Confirm your school has 501(c)(3) status and shows on the IRS Master File
- Step 2: Pick one project: a repair or addition, supplies or technology, teacher training, or a field trip or community project
- Step 3: Apply online through Casey's grant portal by November 13, 2026
- Step 4: Watch for winner news in March or April 2027
Funders change their requirements. Check the official page before you apply. Getting ready? See what funders usually ask for.
Who can apply
“A K-12 public or nonprofit private school in Casey's 19-state footprint”
The applicant must have current 501(c)(3) status and be listed on the IRS Master File. One application per organization per cycle. Money must be used within 12 months. Casey's names four funding priorities: building and playground improvements, supplies and technology, teacher training, and community engagement such as field trips.
- Current 501(c)(3) status, listed on the IRS Master File
- K-12 nonprofit private school in a state with Casey's stores (Arkansas qualifies)
- One application per organization per cycle
- Funds used within 12 months of award
Timing
Applications are taken October 12 to November 13, 2026 for 2027 grants. Casey's October 12 press release also says November 14 in one line; plan on November 13. Winners are announced March to April 2027. Runs once a year.