Seventy-nine classroom cash scholarships will be awarded K-12 schools and education-focused nonprofits
ANKENY, Iowa, April 27, 2023–(BUSINESS WIRE)–This spring, Casey's will provide classroom cash grants to 79 local schools and education-focused nonprofits. The Cash for Classrooms grant program supports a variety of projects, physical improvements and resource needs to benefit students and teachers in Casey's communities across the Midwest.
“Through Casey's Cash for Classrooms program, our grants make a meaningful impact, helping to create better learning environments and improving the lives of children and teachers. We are grateful to our visitors and partners who help us fund these grants every year,” said Katie Petru, Director of Communications and Community at Casey's. “At Casey's, we are committed to preparing the next generation of leaders in our local communities.”
With the support of its guests and partners like LIFEWTR, Casey's distributed $1 million to schools in need. Grants ranged from $3,000 to $50,000. Funding priorities included:
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Physical improvements: Updates and improvements to the internal or external environment of schools through repairs, improvements or new additions.
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Material needs: Supplies, technology, or other resources to enrich the learning environment.
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Teacher support: Programs that seek to develop teachers' skills, such as professional development or training opportunities.
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Community Engagement: Efforts to engage students in the community through field trips, student volunteer programs, or camps.
Some examples of grants awarded this year include $50,000 to a school in Trenton, Ohio for physical education and health department equipment. $30,000 to a student media production program in Lombard, Illinois. and $20,000 to improve a playground in Moore, Oklahoma. and more.
For more information about the Casey's Cash for Classrooms grant program, visit our page Website. The 2024 grant program will open in the fall.
In addition to the grant program, Casey's Rewards members can support schools year-round by directing their points to one of 36,000 schools as a donation. Sign up for Casey's Rewards here.
About Casey's
Casey's is a Fortune 500 company (NASDAQ: CASY ) that employs more than 2,500 convenience stores. Founded more than 50 years ago, the company has grown to become the third largest convenience store retailer and fifth largest pizza chain in the United States. Casey's provides freshly cooked food, quality fuel and friendly service at its locations. Guests can enjoy pizzadonuts, other misc bakery items, and a wide variety of drinks and snacks. Learn more and order online at www.caseys.comor in the mobile app.
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