At Directions Credit Union, we are not only dedicated to improving the lives of our members, but of all those people like you that make our communities strong through education. We realize that more often than not, teachers use their own funds to supply their classrooms with the necessary tools to teach their students.
To show our support, Directions will donate a total of up to $20,000 in Classroom Grants during the 2025-2026 school year. The individual grants will provide up to $500 each to be used for a variety of projects.
The Fall 2025 grant window is now closed. The Winter 2026 grant window will open on 12/1/2025 and run through 1/31/2026.
For more details, or to share with fellow educators, see our flyer here.
Meet the 2025 Cares for Classrooms Fall Grant Winners!
Click below on each grant winner's name to see more information on the focus of their project:
This grant program is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, including but not limited to laws related to eligibility to receive grant awards. The winner must also comply with their employer’s rules, regulations and policies on accepting grant awards. Directions Credit Union reserves the right to not award any grant if they feel none of the entries are voted to be worthy. Eligibility includes K-12 educators who work for public, private or charter schools in the Directions field of membership, which includes schools in Ashland, Crawford, Erie, Fulton, Huron, Knox, Lorain, Lucas, Medina, Morrow, Ottawa, Richland, Sandusky, Seneca, Tuscarawas, Wayne, Wood, Monroe (MI), Lenawee (MI).
Official Contest Rules
We are interested in contest entries that will provide an impactful solution to the challenges educators face each day. The individual grants will provide up to $500 each to be used for a variety of projects and materials including, but not limited to:
- Books
- Software
- Math Munipulatives
- Art Supplies
- Audio-Visual Equipment
- Lab Materials
With any questions or concerns, please contact:
Jenni Paramore, Community Outreach Education Manager CCUFC
419-526-7862
[email protected]
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