teacher grants application

KCCU’s 2026 Teacher Grant application is now open! Professionally certified Pre-K through 12th grade educators who plan to continue teaching during the 2026–2027 school year may apply for funding to support meaningful classroom resources, including equipment, books, educational software, special materials, and more. Applications are open July 12–26, and KCCU membership is not required to apply.

applicant requirements

• The next application period will take place July 12-26, 2026 (follow us on social media for specific application window announcements).
• All applicants must be professionally certified educators teaching Pre-K through 12th grades, and plan to continue teaching in the 2026-2027 school year.
• One application is allowed per teacher, per school year.
• Teachers are the only individuals that can apply / nominate themselves. Students, parents, community members, administrators, etc. cannot nominate their favorite educators.
• You do NOT need to be a member of KCCU to apply.
• KCCU employees, immediate family members of KCCU employees, directors, or officers are not eligible.

award information

Grants can be used for equipment, educational software, books, special materials, or any other tools to help with the education of our future generation of leaders! 

_{No other person or entity has claim to the money or goods purchased. If the recipient leaves the school, any capitol or goods remain at the school property. Recipients agree that their name be used for promotional purposes to enhance awareness of KCCU's Teacher Grant Program.} 

important dates

July 12, 2026 - Teacher Grants Program applications open

July 26, 2026- Teacher Grants Program applications close

August 2026 - Teacher Grants recipients announced on KCCU social media

questions

If you have any questions, please contact Gillian Mauchmar at gmauchmar@kccu4u.org or call 269.968.9251 ext. 2493