Educators can apply for the Pets in the Classroom grant, which provides financial support for purchasing and maintaining small animals in elementary classrooms (grades pre-K through 8th).  The grant program is designed to enhance learning experiences by allowing teachers to have pets in their classrooms. Applications are open for the 2024-25 school year and are not on a first-come, first-served basis. 

 Attention teachers! Bring your classroom to life with the Pets in the Classroom Grant. This fantastic program offers you the chance to receive a free pet for your classroom, providing students with a unique, hands-on learning experience. Pets can help teach responsibility, empathy, and provide endless educational opportunities. Whether you're interested in a small mammal, fish, reptile, or bird, this grant can help make it possible. Enhance your students' learning environment with the joy and excitement of a classroom pet. Apply now and take the first step towards transforming your classroom with this incredible opportunity!