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Funding Information

Every School Deserves Access

We know funding can be a challenge. As a nonprofit, we’re committed to keeping this accessible, and we’re here to work with you. Our priority is getting life-saving education into classrooms.

To receive financial support for the curriculum, schools must first apply for opioid settlement funds or a similar grant. For the 2025-2026 school year, we will waive that requirement on a case-by-case basis.

Common Funding Sources

Opioid Settlement Funds

More than $50 billion has been awarded to states through Opioid Settlements. Many states have grant programs to award settlement funds for substance use prevention through state and local government.

National Resources

Resources by State – COMING SOON

  • South Dakota
  • Minnesota
  • Iowa

Title IV, Part A – Student Support and Academic Enrichment (SSAE)

Federal funds under ESSA can support programs that:

  • Improve school conditions for student learning
  • Promote well-rounded education
  • Support student mental health and wellness

Emily’s Hope’s curriculum may qualify for use under these funds.

Local or Regional Grants

Check with:

  • Community foundations (state and local)
  • United Way
  • Local hospitals/health systems
  • Rotary or Lions Clubs
  • Youth prevention coalitions
State & Local Prevention Funds

Some states or counties allocate funding to:

  • Drug-Free Communities (DFC) programs
  • Public health departments
  • Safe and Drug-Free Schools initiatives

Ask your local prevention coordinator or public health agency if support is available.

Sponsorships & Fundraising

Community businesses, parent organizations, or local events can fund curriculum for individual classrooms or schools.

Funding Toolkit

We’ll be adding more items to the toolkit in the coming months.

Apply for Financial Support

  1. Apply for Opioid Settlement or other funds, or provide a plan to apply for the 2026-2027 school year.
  2. Fill out the Onboarding form (coming soon for 2025-26) and choose “I’d like to apply for financial support” for your payment option.
  3. Answer the support application questions:
    • How much can you afford?
    • Agree to the following:
      • You will provide student demographics
      • You will administer pre- and post-curriculum assessments to students to support Emily’s Hope research
    • Please describe your school’s financial need or funding limitations.
    • Are you currently receiving or have you applied for opioid settlement or public health-related funds?
      • If no, do you commit to exploring or applying for such funding in the 2026–2027 school year?
    • Please share any relevant context about your student population.
      • e.g., Title I status, rural designation, % free/reduced lunch, internet access concerns etc.
  4. Emily’s Hope processes financial support applications on a rolling basis.