Quick Facts
| Funder | Xcel Energy Foundation |
|---|---|
| Award Amount | Varies by project |
| Eligible Grades | K-12 and community |
| Focus Areas | STEM, environmental education, clean energy |
| Application Due | Check xcelenergy.com for current cycle |
| More Info | https://www.xcelenergy.com/company/grants_and_sponsorships/xcel_energy_foundation |
About This Grant
Xcel Energy is Minnesota's largest electric utility, serving most of the state outside of the northeast. The Xcel Energy Foundation funds community and school programs that align with the company's focus areas, which include STEM education, environmental stewardship, and clean energy workforce development.
Grant cycles and award amounts vary by year and priority. Schools and nonprofits in Xcel Energy's Minnesota service territory are eligible. Proposals that connect students to real-world clean energy concepts, environmental science, or CS and engineering pathways are a good fit.
Xcel Energy also sponsors specific STEM events, competitions, and curriculum initiatives. Check the foundation page for current opportunities beyond traditional grant cycles.
How Forward Education Kits Fit
Forward Education's clean energy STEM kits -- including solar, wind, and circuits modules -- align with Xcel Energy Foundation's clean energy and environmental education focus. Our curriculum documentation helps schools write proposals that clearly connect to the foundation's stated priorities.
How Forward Education Helps
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents mapped to Minnesota K-12 standards, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for your application. Contact us before you submit so we can help you build a strong case.
