The Partners in Education (PIE) Grants program was created to provide MISD campus and district leaders with funding opportunities that go beyond traditional budgets, empowering them to strengthen workplace culture, enhance learning environments, invest in professional growth, and launch innovative initiatives that positively impact students and staff.
Grant Opportunities
The PIE Grant program features four funding levels designed to meet a variety of campus and district needs.
- Spark Grants
Funding Amount: Up to $500
Spark Grants provide quick funding for ideas that strengthen workplace culture, employee morale, staff recognition, campus engagement, and other initiatives that make an immediate impact.
Eligible Applicants
- Coordinators
- Directors
- Executive Directors
- Chiefs
- Deputy Superintendent
- Campus Principals
Application Frequency
One application per campus or department each semester.
Spark Grants → Apply Here
- Impact Grants
Funding Amount: Up to $1,000
Impact Grants support innovative projects, pilot programs, professional learning opportunities, and resources that improve campus or departmental effectiveness while creating measurable outcomes.
Eligible Applicants
- Directors
- Executive Directors
- Chiefs
- Deputy Superintendent
- Campus Principals
Application Frequency
One application per campus or department each semester.
Impact Grants → Apply Here
- Transformation Grants
Funding Amount: Up to $5,000
Transformation Grants fund larger initiatives designed to improve multiple campuses, departments, or district systems through innovative, sustainable solutions that create lasting impact.
Eligible Applicants
- Executive Directors
- Chiefs
- Deputy Superintendent
- Campus Principals
Application Frequency
One application per campus or department per school year.
Transformation Grants → Apply Here
- Plus Grants
Funding Amount: $10,000+
Plus Grants represent the Midland Education Foundation's highest level of investment and support district-wide initiatives that align with strategic priorities and create transformational, long-term change.
Eligible Applicants
- Cabinet Members
Application Frequency
One application per department per school year.
Plus Grants → Apply Here
Application Windows
Applications are accepted throughout the school year according to the following schedule:
Spark Grants
- Fall Semester
- Spring Semester
Impact Grants
- Fall Semester
- Spring Semester
Transformation Grants
- Annual Application Window
Plus Grants
- Annual Application Window
Please refer to the current application calendar for exact opening and closing dates.
A few things to know:
- Funding is limited and not all applications can be approved.
- Funding requests must support initiatives beyond traditional campus or departmental budgets.
- PIE Grant funds must be used by end of the school year they were applied for.
- Repeat requests may not be considered.
- Projects should demonstrate a clear benefit to MISD students, employees, campuses, or district operations.
Approved applications will receive access to grant funds in accordance with Foundation guidelines.
Ready to Apply?
Select the grant opportunity that best fits your project to review eligibility requirements and begin your application.
Spark Grants → Apply Here
Impact Grants → Apply Here
Transformation Grants → Apply Here
Plus Grants → Apply Here
Have questions? Contact the Midland Education Foundation. We're happy to help you determine which grant opportunity is the best fit for your idea.
