2340 Mini-Grant Program

The 2340 Foundation appreciates HSLopez Foundation and Northwest Healthcare for funding our Mini-Grant Program.

The Mini-Grant Program is designed to support K-12 teachers, students, and schools in the Marana Unified School District. Funding through the Mini-Grant program will provide materials and resources for projects that fall outside of school budgets, but have lasting impact on students. The projects will allow students to experience new activities and curricula that increase their desire to accomplish beyond what they believe they can.

Priority will be given to requests that show innovation, sustainability, and unique learning opportunities for students. Projects that will be encouraged include; Music, Fine Arts, STEM, and Literacy. All activities should encourage critical thinking, communication, love for learning, and tools to succeed.

Mini-Grant Program Summary – 2024-2025 School Year

This school year, our Mini-Grant Program proudly supported 29 innovative projects, investing a total of $25,000 to enrich student learning across our schools. These educator-led initiatives sparked creativity, fostered curiosity, and brought hands-on experiences into the classroom.
Some of the funded projects include:

  • Jazz Band Drum Set – Enhancing music education and performance opportunities
  • BioBattery & Genetics – Exploring real-world science and STEM applications
  • Growing Minds Garden & Outdoor Science Classroom – Connecting students with nature
  • Art for All – Promoting inclusive, expressive arts for every learner
  • Kids Book Club – Encouraging literacy and a love for reading
  • Enhanced Soft Starts – Supporting social-emotional learning through calm morning routines
  • Ecology Quail Coop – Teaching sustainable agriculture and ecological responsibility
  • Fun with Phonics & Exploring the Science of Light and Sound – Building foundational literacy and science skills
  • Makerspace+ – Expanding access to collaborative, hands-on problem-solving

We celebrate the creativity and dedication of our educators and thank the HSLopez Family Foundation and Northwest Healthcare for supporting meaningful learning experiences!