MERIDIAN, Miss. (Queen City Newsfeed) – Teachers and counselors in Lauderdale County have a new opportunity to secure funding for innovative classroom projects, as the Junior Auxiliary of Meridian has opened applications for its 2024-2025 Teacher Mini-Grants program. The grants, ranging from $250 to $1,000, are available to Pre-K through 12th grade educators, counselors, librarians, and school nurses in both public and private schools, as well as community institutions within the county.
Applications are open until September 20, 2024, offering educators a chance to enhance their students’ learning through creative initiatives. Last year, over $26,000 in grants were awarded to more than 30 educators, furthering the organization’s commitment to supporting local schools.
“Our Teacher Mini-Grants program is designed to inspire and enable teachers to use creative and impactful teaching methods in their classrooms,” said Ashley Ross, project chair for the grants. “We are honored to contribute to the success of our educators and their students.”
Dr. Marie Roberts, the organization’s second vice president for service, emphasized the importance of investing in education. “Investing in innovative projects is vital for the growth and development of our community,” Roberts said. “We are proud to help teachers shape the future of Meridian.”
The Junior Auxiliary of Meridian, a nonprofit dedicated to serving children in the community, provides more than 3,500 service hours annually through various projects. These include mentoring, providing essential items such as school uniforms and hygiene products, and supporting literacy initiatives.
Teachers interested in applying for the grants can submit applications online through the Junior Auxiliary of Meridian’s website. Recipients will be selected by a third-party panel and announced in early October. A reception to honor the winners will be held at the Meridian Museum of Art.
For more information or to apply, visit jameridian.com/minigrants.
The Junior Auxiliary extended special thanks to the Community of Hope and the Charles L. Young Sr. Foundation for their continued support of the mini-grants program.
