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.
ATTENTION SOUTH DAKOTA SCHOOLS: You may be eligible for the South Dakota Transformative Grant thanks to funding received from the South Dakota Department of Social Services – Division of Behavioral Health through Opioid Settlement Funds. Learn more & apply here.
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
- South Dakota Transformative Grant
- Minnesota – Coming Soon
- Iowa – Coming Soon
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
- Executive Summary
- Price List
- Sample Grant Language – COMING SOON
- Quote Tool
- Letter of Support – COMING SOON
We’ll be adding more items to the toolkit in the coming months.
Apply for Financial Support
If you are unable to pay for all or part of the curriculum, please select ‘Financial Support’ as your payment option when checking out.