Grant Applications

MERIT welcomes applications from teachers, administrators and residents for proposals that address curriculum-related learning projects. The projects should enhance and improve the educational services of the Millis Public School system.

MERIT has established the following criteria when prioritizing applications for awards:

• The proposal is a curriculum-enhancing program not typically funded by the school budget.
• The proposal employs innovative methods and techniques to inform and educate.
• The proposal has a direct impact on the largest number of current and future students.
• The proposal encourages professional staff development.
• The proposal shows the most promise for significantly strengthening the educational process.

For more information, please see the application instructions.

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Grant Timeline

MERIT will begin accepting applications on September 1, 2026 with all applications accepted on a rolling basis through May 30, 2027. First grants will be reviewed starting in September. We encourage early applications!

Recent Grant Awards

Look at previous grant awards to see other examples of how MERIT has been involved and helping teachers and students be innovative and forward thinking.