APPLY FOR A BOOST GRANT
SUPPORTING TEACHERS IN TIMES OF NEED
At BOOST, we believe that teachers in early education should never have to choose between their calling and their well-being. That’s why we provide financial assistance to educators facing unexpected hardships. If you are or manage an early childhood teacher facing a personal financial crisis, please review our eligibility and process guidelines below to see if you qualify.
ELIGIBLE ASSISTANCE
BOOST can provide grants to early childhood teachers facing the following financial emergencies:
Overdue Rent/Mortgage or Necessary Home Repairs
Overdue Medical Bills for Self or Immediate Family
Necessary Transportation Costs or Vehicle Repairs
BOOST Pantry Grocery Gift Card for Food Insecurity
For a full list of what BOOST will and will not cover for financial assistance, please review our FAQs page.
HOW IT WORKS
BOOST grant applications must be submitted by business owners or multi-site managers of licensed private preschool facilities. Eligible recipients include full-time (30+ hours a week) early childhood teachers and Assistant Directors who spend at least 50% of their time in the classroom. To qualify for assistance, the teacher must have been employed at the submitting center for at least 90 days and be in good standing.
1. Review Eligibility
Ensure that your business and teacher applicant meet the criteria outlined here.
2. Complete Application
Click the button below to access the secure online application form.
3. Submit Document(s)
Provide proof or supporting documentation to verify the teacher’s financial situation.
4. Await Review
The application is carefully reviewed by a diverse and impartial review board.
5. Notified of Decision
If no additional information is needed, most applicants will be notified within 1 week.