Turning Big Ideas Into Real Community Impact
The Potato Swimming Foundation awards grants up to $100 to help K-12 kids fund their own community service projects.
WHAT IS A GRANT
Kid-led service projects can apply for funding up to $100 to bring their idea to life.
MAX GRANT
ELIGIBLE
YOUTH-LED
GRANTS AWARDED
Real Kids. Real Grants. Real Change.
Food Drives
Ellie A. organized a community food drive that collected canned goods and other nonperishable food items to support local families in need and help fight hunger.
GRANT AWARDED: $100
Building Bridges for the Community
Nigel built a footbridge at Spring Creek Greenway, creating a safer, more accessible trail for hikers, bikers, scouts, and families to enjoy.
GRANT AWARDED: $100
Junior Lake Guardians
Arabella L. Purchased birdhouses for teenagers who lost a parent, providing a creative way to remember loved ones and find comfort together.
GRANT AWARDED: $100
From Idea to Impact in 4 Steps
1. Dream Up an Idea
Think of a community project you are passionate about launching.
2. Fill Out the Form
Complete our highly streamlined, quick grant application online.
3. Get Reviewed
Our active youth board reviews every incoming application weekly.
4. Bring It to Life
Receive your direct funding grant and turn your plans into reality.
Who Can Apply
We believe in the power of youth to shape a better tomorrow. Our community grant program is open to ambitious initiatives that meet our core criteria for impact, leadership, and community service.
Application Criteria
- K-12 students
- Project must serve the community
- Must be youth-led / youth-initiated
- One application per project
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I want to apply for a Potato Swimming Foundation Grant, which gives K–12 students up to $100 to complete a service project that helps their school or community. I am in [Grade], I’m interested in [Interests/Hobbies], I’m good at [Skills/Talents], and I want to help [School, Neighborhood, Community], etc]. I care most about [Cause/Issue], and my goal is to [Goal]. Based on this information, suggest 10 creative service project ideas that cost $100 or less, can be led by a student, are realistic to complete, and make a meaningful impact. For each idea, include a project title, a description, who it helps, an estimated budget, the materials needed, simple step-by-step instructions, and why it would make a strong Potato Swimming Foundation Grant project. Then recommend the best idea for me and help me turn it into a winning grant application.