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Signature Grant Program is sponsored by Imagine Learning Foundation. The Imagine Learning Foundation funds national non-profit organizations' efforts that advance its mission to support initiatives fostering the learning and well-being of youth, their families, and educators.
This includes studying the impacts of social, physical, mental, and emotional well-being on student achievement and addressing critical issues like chronic absenteeism and student housing insecurity in K-12 learning environments. Supports social-emotional learning.
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We've got Back to School ‘26 covered — everything’s ready when you are Explore Resources Tempe, Arizona — February 24, 2026 — The Imagine Learning Foundation (ILF) today announced the launch of its 2026 Signature Grant Program, continuing its commitment to expanding meaningful opportunities to support the well-being of students and their support groups nationwide — at home and throughout the communities where they live and grow.
The 2026 grant cycle will prioritize nonprofit organizations that engage young people in authentic, age-appropriate service experiences rooted in their homes, neighborhoods, and community spaces. The focus reflects ILF’s continued evolution toward supporting programs that build connection, confidence, and purpose to support academic growth and achievement.
For the 2026 cycle, the Imagine Learning Foundation will prioritize nonprofit partners who intentionally design service opportunities where youth can lead, collaborate, reflect, and succeed.
Activate a student’s full support ecosystem: families, caregivers, mentors, and community members Integrate reflection and skill-building into service experiences Center youth voice and leadership Foster connection and a strong sense of purpose Extend enriching learning environments beyond the classroom Unlike traditional volunteer initiatives, ILF’s 2026 focus is on service as a meaningful learning pathway — not just participation, but ownership and growth.
“Young people want to make a difference,” said Chris Graham, Chairman and President of the Imagine Learning Foundation. “When we create space for them to lead and serve in their own communities, we’re supporting more than just academic learning — we’re helping them discover their strengths and their sense of purpose.
” By supporting community-rooted, youth-centered service, ILF seeks to help students grow in a manner that will expand into everyday life, empowering students to flourish beyond the classroom, which improves learning outcomes. Eligible nonprofit organizations are invited to apply for the 2026 Imagine Learning Foundation Signature Grant Program, with applications due by April 9, 2026, at 11:59pm PST.
Award decisions are expected to be announced in June 2026. For eligibility requirements, application guidelines, and deadlines, visit www. imaginelearningfoundation.
org . Imagine Learning Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the well-being of learners and those who support them at home and in their communities. Established in 2021, the foundation provides funding to mission-aligned national non-profit organizations that focus on enhancing the well-being of youth, families, and educators, with an emphasis on accelerating student achievement.
Imagine Learning Foundation is the philanthropic initiative of Imagine Learning, a leading creator of K–12 digital-first solutions, working alongside teachers to support 18 million students in over half of the districts nationwide.
Key questions and narrative sections extracted from the solicitation.
Application Title/Project Name — keep under 20 words, reflecting program goals and outcomes
Brief summary of proposal (max 500 characters / 5 sentences) — note if related to January 2025 California wildfires
Purpose: problem statement or need you intend to solve (max 1000 characters) — include data to support need
Participants Impacted: participants, locations, demographics, age groups (max 1000 characters)
Scope of Work: program activities and timeline (max 1000 characters)
Overview of proposed timeline (max 255 characters)
How funds will be spent — narrative matching line-item budget (max 1000 characters)
Organization mission statement (max 1000 characters)
History of your organization (max 1000 characters)
Organization impact, reach, and targeted demographics (max 1000 characters)
Geographic footprint (max 500 characters)
Volunteer and/or employee engagement opportunities offered (max 255 characters; N/A if not applicable)
How will your organization recognize and engage with the Foundation? (max 255 characters)
Current programs and activities (max 1000 characters)
Top accomplishments of your organization (max 1000 characters)
Top challenges and how your organization responded — include wildfire impact if applicable (max 1000 characters)
Board of Directors and/or Executive Leadership Team (link or short list)
Key staff involved with project: name, title, location, project role (max 1000 characters)
Measurable outcomes and anticipated timeline (max 500 characters)
Implementation plan demonstrating how program achieves goals and outputs (max 1500 characters)
Metrics: how you intend to measure and report effectiveness, including specific numeric outputs and outcomes (max 1500 characters)
List of other funding sources — name and amount requested/received (or N/A)
Grant funding uses/expenses with budget narrative matching requested amounts (max 2000 characters)
Contingency plan if full funding not secured; sustainability plan for subsequent years
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: National non-profit organizations whose actions support the mission to foster the well-being of learners and those who support learners at home and in their communities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows over $1.86 million awarded through 40 grants since 2021 (individual amounts not specified). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The most recent published deadline was April 9, 2026, which has passed. This is an annual program, so a new cycle should follow. Check the funder's website for the next application window.
Signature Grant Program is funded by Imagine Learning Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
The solicitation lists 6 required documents: Audited Financial Statement/Report (most recent), IRS Form 990 (most recent), Verification of Tax-Exempt Status (IRS Determination Letter), W-9 Form/EIN#, Current fiscal year operating budget, and Program Budget (template provided on ZoomGrants). Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
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