The A+ Education Foundation continues its commitment to education by awarding over $75,090 in grants to 56 Central Texas educators.

The A+ Education Foundation, the philanthropic arm of A+ Federal Credit Union (A+FCU), continues its commitment to education by awarding more than $75,090 in grants to 56 Central Texas educators in 2026. Altogether, the A+ Education Foundation has awarded over $1,570,530 in grants to 1,484 recipients since the program’s inception in 2005.

Some examples of how grant funds will be used to enrich student learning include:

• Expanding robotics, journalism, and 3D printing in classrooms
• Supporting student well-being with sensory spaces and resources
• Advancing literacy and academics with books and technology
• Enriching athletics, dance, ballet folklórico, and yearbook programs
• Empowering educators through professional development

“This grant allows us to put student well-being exactly where it belongs: at the center of everything we do.” Angelique Dennis – Blazier Intermediate ES

“This project will turn basic materials into life-changing opportunities — ensuring that hunger, disability, and poverty never stand in the way of a child’s first experience with learning!” Wendy Carrillo – Wooten ES

“This grant will empower students to become creators, innovators, and problem-solvers by giving them the tools to bring their ideas to life through hands-on learning and real-world entrepreneurial experiences.” Lisa Hood – Stiles MS

“A+ Education Foundation Grants make teacher dreams come true. Fidget and Read goes beyond just leveling the playing field for dyslexic students. It empowers students to overcome their literacy challenges and is designed with their strengths in mind.” Nancy Santucci – Meridian School

2026 Grant Recipients