Vermont State Funding
Funding Opportunities for Educators
Supporting LEGO® Education Projects in Classrooms and Communities
Looking to bring LEGO® Education solutions to your classroom or program? The following Vermont-based and regional funding sources support educational initiatives that promote youth development, family engagement, and innovative teaching practices. These grants are ideal for schools, nonprofits, and municipalities aiming to make a lasting impact on student learning.
A.D. Henderson Foundation
- Focused on birth-to-age-eight initiatives in Vermont.
- Grant Range: $15,000 – $100,000+ (based on impact)
- Note: Start conversations 4–6 months before funding is needed
- Contact: Eddie Gale, eddie@hendersonfdn.org | 802-888-1188
- Website: hendersonfdn.org
Agnes M. Lindsay Trust
- Funds education, health, and welfare programs across New England, including Vermont.
- Grant Range: $1,000 – $5,000
- Application: Submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) first
- Deadline: Rolling monthly review
- Contact: Amy B. Lampert, admin@lindsaytrust.org | 978-455-7818
- Website: lindsaytrust.org
Thomas Thompson Trust (Windham County Only)
- Supports initiatives in health, education, and civic betterment.
- Grant Range: Up to $25,000
- Deadline: Quarterly
- Contact: Susan T. Monahan, smonahan@rackemann.com | 617-951-1108
- Website: thomasthompsontrust.org
Turrell Fund
- For organizations serving at-risk children and their families in Vermont.
- Focus: Early childhood education and development
- Deadlines: February 1 and August 1
- Contact: application@turrellfund.org
- Website: turrellfund.org
Vermont Community Foundation
- Offers several flexible grant programs for education and community enrichment.
- Grant Types: Spark grants, place-based support, nonprofit capacity building
- Funding Range: Up to $10,000
- Deadlines: Vary by grant
- Website: vermontcf.org
Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation
- Supports primary prevention programs for children and families across Vermont.
- Eligibility: Vermont-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits, municipalities, and schools
- Funding Focus: Programs that strengthen families and support children
- Deadline: March (annually)
- Website: vtchildrenstrust.org
Windham Foundation
- Broad priorities include education, environmental enhancement, arts, food systems, and more.
- Deadline: February, May, August, and November
- Website: windham-foundation.org
Tips for Success
- Start early: Several foundations encourage reaching out 4–6 months ahead of your funding need
- Connect your LEGO® Education project to each funder’s focus area, like early childhood, hands-on learning, or family engagement
- When in doubt, contact the foundation directly. Most are happy to help you determine if your project is a good fit
Ready to Move Forward?
Our team can help you align your LEGO® Education project with these funding opportunities. If you're exploring options, want to request a quote, or need help planning your approach, we’re here to support you.
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