This grant assists with the cost of graduate-level education in teaching or related fields, professional certifications or licensure, and continuing education designed to strengthen instructional practice and classroom leadership. Eligible expenses may include coursework (online or in-person), conference registration, coaching or mentoring, and select professional development or retreat opportunities that support educators in their roles.

The Catholic Community Foundation of Minnesota (CCF) will award grants for related expenses. Grants can be up to $1,000, with a total lifetime maximum of $2,000. (Lifetime maximum of $4,000 for degree-granting programs.)

You apply for a grant toward the program of your choice. The grant check is made payable to your school.  The school reimburses you, or pays for the program directly.

This is a competitive grant application. Decisions will be based on (1) our assessment of how well your proposal fits the guidelines and (2) competing opportunities outlined in all submitted proposals. Repeat funding is only allowed if funds are available.

Applications will be processed up to three times per year, as funds allow. The deadline for Summer classes and programs is May 1. The deadline for Fall classes is August 15.  The deadline for Spring classes is December 15.   Notification of commitments will be made to you and your principal within three weeks of applying.