Louisiana · Private / Utility Grant

Entergy Open Grants and Micro-Grants

Funding

Micro-grants up to $1,000; open grants vary

Grade Focus

K-12 and community

Application Due

Rolling — check entergy.com/community

Level of Gov't

Private (Utility)

Eligibility

K-12 schools, nonprofits, and community organizations in Entergy Louisiana and Entergy New Orleans service territories. Both education and community programs qualify.

Program Goals

Support education, workforce development, and community programs in Entergy service areas across Louisiana. STEM education and environmental programs align with Entergy's community investment priorities.

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Application and Distribution

Applications are submitted through entergy.com/community. Micro-grants have a simplified application and rolling review. Larger open grants may require organizational financial statements and project budgets.

Cycle Notes

Rolling applications accepted year-round. Micro-grants are reviewed on a regular schedule. Larger grants may have specific review windows. Check entergy.com/community for current availability.

Grant Award Amount

Micro-grants are up to $1,000 and have a streamlined application. Open grants vary in size based on project scope and community impact. Schools in both Entergy Louisiana and Entergy New Orleans territories are eligible.

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

Coding for Good Kit
Climate Action Kit
Smart Solar Energy Kit
Forward Education Learning Platform

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my school is in an Entergy service area?

Check entergy.com or your school's electric utility bill. Entergy serves much of Louisiana including New Orleans and Baton Rouge areas.

Can a school apply for both micro-grants and open grants?

Yes, but not for the same project. Apply for the program that best matches your project size and scope.

Are there workforce or STEM education priorities?

Yes. Entergy has stated priorities around workforce development and STEM education. Coding and technology projects align well.

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 — Louisiana 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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