Grants from LAPTA support local PTAs and teachers in their efforts to advance our top priorities. This includes reading and literacy skills, mental health, community outreach beyond the school, creative teaching lessons, child advocacy through legislative means, and learning more about National PTA.
Application Deadline: November 4, 2022
Quantity Offered: 4
The Reading and Literacy Grants help Local PTA Units host literacy programs at their affiliated schools. For possible programs, reference PTA.org/home/programs/family-reading. Literacy skills in Louisiana are unacceptably low, and LAPTA and National PTA are making literacy opportunities a priority for our children.
Apply at https://form.jotform.com/221748002230038.
Grant Questions
Application Deadline: March 27, 2023
Quantity Offered: 4
The Healthy Minds Grants encourage Local PTA Units to host mental health activities, events, and programs. It is important to support the mental health of all children before, during and after challenges arise and to support parents' and caregivers' mental health, too! National PTA developed the PTA Healthy Minds Program to empower families to make mental health an everyday priority.
Apply at https://form.jotform.com/221748198534162.
Grant Questions
Application Deadline: February 17, 2023
Quantity Offered: 4
The Day of Service Grants encourage Local PTA Units to reach beyond the school and into the community to make a difference. Where is there a need? Who needs the PTA? February 17 is the National PTA Founders’ Day! How can you continue the legacy of PTA?
Apply at https://form.jotform.com/221748846538166.
Grant Questions
Application Deadline: February 28, 2023
Quantity Offered: 2
The Creative Teacher Grants support creative, innovative, and fun programs or projects for students. Grants may fund any activity or material which supports student enjoyment, wonder, and engagement.
Apply at https://form.jotform.com/221796420623152
Questions
Application Deadline: January 20, 2023
Quantity Offered: 20
The National PTA Virtual Legislative Convention Grants pay the registration fee for PTA members to virtually attend the National PTA Legislative Convention (LegCon). LegCon is an annual conference where PTA leaders join forces to influence Congress in Washington, DC. The first day is all about introducing the priorities for the year and giving background information. The second day is reserved for meetings with members and staffers.
Apply at https://form.jotform.com/221776439055159.
Questions
Application Deadline: February 28, 2023
Quantity Offered: 20
The National PTA Virtual Convention Grants pay the registration fee for PTA members to virtually attend the National PTA Convention. Attendees will be delegates representing Louisiana PTA. Experience all that National PTA does behind the scenes for the children of our country. It is an incredible opportunity!
Apply at https://form.jotform.com/221787416402152.
Questions
For many organizations, grant writing is the most important component of their fundraising strategy. When trying to secure funding for a nonprofit, it’s important to learn how to write a strong, successful proposal. The best grant proposals are clear, organized documents that illustrate why your organization should receive funds from the grantor.
First and foremost, know your audience and get to know the institution that is offering the grant. Consider its goals, values, and objectives. Understanding these elements will help you demonstrate how and why your organization is a good fit. Research the eligibility expectations for each specific grantor and make sure you meet the minimum requirements. Compile a list of testimonials, recommendations, data sets, and success stories to include with your application. Every grantor is different, but they all want to know their money is being used wisely.
Peek, Sean. “How to Write a Grant Application for Your Organization.” USChamber.com, February 5, 2021.
National PTA offers over 500 grant opportunities annually. Share with LAPTA any grants that you receive so that we can celebrate your accomplishments! If you don’t receive a grant the first time, apply again. Visit PTA.org, go under the Run Your PTA menu, and select Award & Grant opportunities for more information.
Why do we PTA? To make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.