The 2025–26 Kahler Innovation Grant Cycle is Now Open!
Bring your bold ideas to life through the Dr. Dan Kahler Innovation Grants! Whether it's a classroom project, field trip, or schoolwide initiative — we want to support extraordinary learning experiences for NKC students.

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Why Apply?
How It Works
Rolling deadlines are the last Friday of each month through February 2026 — or until funds run out. Apply early!
2025-26 Deadlines:
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July 25
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August 29
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September 26
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October 24
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November 21
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December 19
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January 30
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February 27
Get Started
Step 1: Submit a short Project Proposal on AwardSpring
Step 2: Join a quick call with our team
Step 3: Complete your full application if approved
Step 4: Wait for the review + good news!
View the Grant Guidebook and AwardSpring tutorial for tips and step-by-step help.
What We Fund
We're looking for projects that include:
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Experiential learning (e.g., field trips, hands-on activities)
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Real-world learning
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Project-based units
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Ties to the Portrait of a Graduate (3+ competencies)
We don’t fund basic supplies unless part of a larger project.
Quick Facts
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Any NKC Schools staff member can apply
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Awards range from $500 to $3,000
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Applications are reviewed monthly
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Grant funds are typically available within 4 weeks of approval
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A brief final report and student photos/videos are required
Let’s Spark Innovation Together
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Since 1996, we’ve awarded 410 grants totaling more than $610,550 — all thanks to educators like you. Let’s keep the momentum going.
Questions?
(816) 321-5550 (x5550 internally)
Kahler Grants in Action
Questions about Kahler Innovation Grants
Read our Grant Guidebook or contact us at (816) 321-5550 or