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Available for Missouri and Utah educators

Apply for up to $8,000 to Host a Civics Fair at Your School

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What is MyImpact Challenge?

MyImpact Challenge is a national civic engagement contest hosted by the Bill of Rights Institute. To expand its reach, we’re offering microgrants to educators who host local Civics Fairs—science fair-style events where students showcase their community service and civic projects.

Eligibility:

  • Middle or high school educators in the states of Missouri or Utah are eligible to apply.
 

What Do Grantees Receive?

  • Funding & Resources: Receive up to $8,000 to cover educator stipends, student prizes, and event costs.
  • Turnkey Support: Access a planning toolkit, teacher guide, and virtual assistance from BRI staff
  • Student Recognition: Give your students the chance to win prizes and gain national recognition.
  • Community Impact: Celebrate civic engagement and strengthen connections among students, families, and local partners.

 
 

Grant Disbursement Options

 
Option A Educator stipends are disbursed directly to the educator (via check or ACH) as a stipend.
Option B Funds for event costs and student stipends are awarded to the school, which disperses payment or reimburses expenses.
Hybrid Stipend portion paid directly to teacher; event and prize funds sent to school.
BRI Supported Funding for teacher stipends is disbursed to either the educator or the school; BRI pays funds to students after the event.

Previous Student & Teacher Winners


Audrey Su, 2024 Student Honorable Mention


Sandy, Utah
Skyline High School


Audrey founded “Title I Strings” to promote free string-instrument education in Title I schools.

Priscilla Deaver

Mount Logan Middle School
Logan, UT

Michael Mason

Webster Groves High School
Webster Groves, MO

 

Matthew Dimick

East High School
Salt Lake City, Utah

Grow the National MyImpact Challenge Movement – Strengthen the program’s visibility and participation nationwide through local, teacher-led initiatives.

Highlight Civically Engaged Students: Provide a public platform for young people to present their community service, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement projects.

Encourage Continued Civic Participation: Motivate both students and teachers to initiate and sustain civic engagement projects beyond the classroom.

Support Educators as Local Leaders: Equip teachers with the resources, training, and recognition needed to organize impactful civics fairs.

Build Community Connections: Bring together schools, families, and local partners to celebrate civic engagement at the community level.

Use of Funds

  • Funds must be used for hosting the My Impact Challenge Fair and related expenses (stipend, prizes, materials).

  • Funds may not be used for general classroom supplies or unrelated travel.

  • Funds must be expended within six (6) months of receipt.

Reporting Requirements

  • Grantee must submit a final report within 30 days after the event.

  • Documentation should include at least 5 photos and or videos, student participation numbers, and a short impact summary.

Pre-Event Check-In

  • 10-minute virtual or written update on event planning progress

  • Total number of students participating

  • Summary of fair activities and highlights

  • Summary of each student project

  • Event photos and or media

  • A signed media release form is required for every documented participant.

  • Budget reconciliation

  • 250-word educator reflection on what worked well and lessons learned

  • Summative student program evaluation

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