The Kemper Foundation – Impact Grants (2026)
$10,000 Grants for Title I Elementary Schools Supporting Dual-Language Education
The The Kemper Foundation has opened the 2026 Read Conmigo School Impact Grant application period. Through this program, the foundation awards up to 22 grants of $10,000 each to support school-wide dual-language (Spanish–English) initiatives at eligible Title I elementary schools.
📅 Application Deadline: Sunday, March 15, 2026 (11:59 p.m. local time)
Organization
The Kemper Foundation
Program
Read Conmigo School Impact Grants
Support Type
Education grants for dual-language programs
Funding Amount
$10,000 per school (up to 22 awards)
Geographic Focus
Select counties in Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, and Texas
About the Funder
The Kemper Foundation is committed to strengthening communities through education-focused philanthropy. Its Read Conmigo initiative supports bilingual literacy, culturally responsive education, and family engagement, with a particular emphasis on Spanish–English dual-language programs serving elementary-age students in Title I schools.
What This Program Supports
Grant funds are intended to support school-wide or program-wide dual-language initiatives, including:
- School resources & technology improvements
- Instructional support and professional development
- Community and cultural engagement activities
- Enhancements that strengthen Spanish–English dual-language instruction
Note: Schools serving grades beyond K–5 may apply, but funded projects must primarily benefit elementary-age (K–5) students.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible, schools must:
- Be a Title I public or charter elementary school
- Serve bilingual students in eligible locations
- Have an established Spanish–English dual-language program with at least one year of implementation
- Not have received a Read Conmigo School Impact Grant in the previous school year
- Submit one application per school per cycle
Application rules:
- Applications must be submitted by the school principal on behalf of the school
- Principals may not have an immediate family member employed by any Kemper family company, including Kemper Corporation, Kemper Auto, or Kemper Life
Eligible Locations
Schools must be located in one of the following counties:
Arizona
- Maricopa County
California
- Los Angeles
- Orange
- Riverside
- San Bernardino
- Ventura
Florida
- Broward
- Miami-Dade
Illinois
- Cook County
Texas
- Dallas
- Harris
- Hidalgo
Application Process
The 2026 grant cycle is now open. Applications must be submitted online through the grants portal. Applications sent by mail or email will not be accepted.
👉 Apply / Learn More:
https://www.thekemperfoundation.org/read-conmigo/school-grants/
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This grant is a strong fit for:
- Title I elementary schools with established dual-language programs
- Schools seeking funding for school-wide bilingual education improvements
- Principals looking to strengthen instruction, educator support, and cultural engagement
- Elementary programs serving Spanish–English bilingual learners in eligible counties
