Research shows that an inspiring teacher is the most important school-related factor influencing student achievement. Help us give educators a chance to pilot a new idea or to supplement something inspiring that they are already doing in the classroom. If you are a teacher looking to apply for this grant, click here to find our applications.

As of December 2024, Minot Public Schools has 180+ students that are living in transition (homeless or do not have a permanent home). We strive to help those families as much as we can. Back2Basics is a hybrid pantry program that was established in the 2020-2021 school year to ensure that students who need help with basic needs receive support. The Hybrid Pantry gives students basic necessities such as food, toiletry items, shoes, clothing, school supplies, and a helping hand.

Operation Hug-A-Hero provides students with a deployed parent a life-size standing poster/"flat parent" or a 17-inch pillow doll with a voice recorder that the parent can use to record a special message. MAFB is currently experiencing a large deployment, making this program in high demand.