North Carolina · Private/National Foundation

Dollar General Literacy Foundation: STEM Literacy (North Carolina)

Funding

Typically $2K–$20K

Grade Focus

K–12 (rural focus)

Application Due

Annual; next cycle typically opens in spring

Level of Gov't

Private – Corporate (National)

Eligibility

K–12 public and private schools
Classroom teachers applying directly
Nonprofit organizations supporting K–12 education
Priority given to rural schools and communities

Program Goals

Dollar General funds literacy and STEM literacy in communities nationwide, particularly rural areas of North Carolina.

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Application and Distribution

Annual; next cycle typically opens in spring

Grant Award Amount

Typically $2K–$20K

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

micro:bit Starter Kit — Programmable microcontroller kits that introduce hands-on coding and electronics projects. Qualifies as CS/coding hardware for K-12 classrooms and supports physical computing education goals.
Coding for Good Kit — Project-based coding curriculum connecting computer science to real-world community problems. Qualifies for CS education and digital literacy funding; builds computational thinking through authentic challenges.
CHARGE (micro:bit climate sensor) — Hands-on climate sensor built on the micro:bit platform for collecting real environmental data. Supports place-based STEM learning and qualifies for environmental science and physical computing programs.
Coding for Climate Kit — Hands-on curriculum kit teaching climate science, environmental data collection, and coding-based problem-solving. Aligns with STEM and environmental literacy grants; cross-curricular science and CS integration.

Keep in Mind

Start preparing early

This is an annual program with a fixed cycle. Start building your project plan and gathering required documents at least 6–8 weeks before the deadline opens.

Lead with learning outcomes, not equipment

Funders in this category care about measurable environmental literacy gains. Frame your request around what students will understand and do differently — with Forward Education tools as the vehicle to get there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Dollar General Literacy Foundation: STEM Literacy (North Carolina) in North Carolina?

K–12 public and private schools Classroom teachers applying directly Nonprofit organizations supporting K–12 education Priority given to rural schools and communities

How much funding is available through Dollar General Literacy Foundation: STEM Literacy (North Carolina)?

Typically $2K–$20K. Check the current program guidelines for the latest award ranges and allocation details.

Can Dollar General Literacy Foundation: STEM Literacy (North Carolina) funds be used for STEM and coding tools?

Yes. Dollar General Literacy Foundation: STEM Literacy (North Carolina) funds can support hands-on STEM materials, physical computing kits, and coding curriculum when they align to the program's stated goals. Document alignment to program objectives before purchasing.

How do schools apply for Dollar General Literacy Foundation: STEM Literacy (North Carolina)?

Annual; next cycle typically opens in spring

How can Forward Education help with Dollar General Literacy Foundation: STEM Literacy (North Carolina) funding?

Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for North Carolina schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes Dollar General Literacy Foundation: STEM Literacy (North Carolina) funds. Contact us before submitting your application.

Grant Support

Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?

Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.

Curriculum alignment documents — TEKS, Common Core, and state standards mapped to our kits
Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines

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