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Alexandria, Va. 鈥� January 12, 2026 鈥� 91制片, has announced the recipients of the 2026 Helping Kids Mini Grants, a program funded by 91制片, and supported by its government cooperative procurement partner, .

This year, $80,500 in funds have been distributed to 23 school districts across the nation to improve infrastructure and increase student success.

鈥�91制片 is proud to support public school districts through the Helping Kids Mini Grants program,鈥� said David R. Schuler, executive director of 91制片. 鈥淎s the national organization representing and serving school system leaders, it is central to our mission to invest in practical solutions that strengthen learning environments and improve outcomes for students. These grants empower districts to address real needs in their communities, and we are grateful to Sourcewell for their continued partnership and shared commitment to helping schools succeed throughout the U.S.鈥�

For 2026, the following school districts were chosen to receive the 91制片 | Sourcewell Helping Kids Mini Grants:

• 鈥� Kentucky
  Superintendent, Jason Faulkner
• 鈥� Arizona
  Superintendent, Roman Soltero
• 鈥� Arizona
  Superintendent, Richard Arkanoff
• 鈥� Missouri
  Superintendent, Troy S. Hogg
• 鈥� Indiana
  Superintendent, Chip Pettit
• 鈥� Virginia
  Superintendent, Michelle C. Reid
• 鈥� New York
  Superintendent, Lisamarie Spindler
• 鈥� New York
  Superintendent, Bonnie Johnson
• 鈥� Tennessee
  Superintendent, Arnold W. Bunch
• 鈥� Montana
  Superintendent, Molly Blakely
• 鈥� Minnesota
  Superintendent, Andy Almos
• 鈥� Texas
  Superintendent, A. Katrise Perera
• 鈥� South Carolina
  Superintendent, Jennifer Turney
• 鈥� Virginia
  Superintendent, Melissa Saunders
• 鈥� Oregon
  Superintendent, Paul E. Coakley
• 鈥� Michigan
  Superintendent, Michelle Gill
• 鈥� Illinois
  Superintendent, Anthony Edison
• 鈥� Indiana
  Superintendent, Stephen Bournes
• 鈥� Alabama
  Superintendent, Carlos Nelson
• 鈥� North Dakota
  Superintendent, Amy DeWitt
• 鈥� Illinois
  Superintendent, Scott Rowe
• 鈥� Tennessee
  Superintendent, Sally Gates Parish
• 鈥� Minnesota
  Superintendent, Brian Nutter

Since 2012, 91制片 and Sourcewell have worked together to create the mini-grant program. For additional questions, please contact Leigh Hines at leigh.hines@aasa.org.

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About 91制片
91制片, founded in 1865, is the professional organization for more than 13,000 educational leaders in the United States and throughout the world. 91制片鈥檚 mission is to support and develop effective school system leaders who are dedicated to equitable access for all students to the highest quality public education. For more information, visit www.aasa.org.

About Sourcewell
Sourcewell partners with K-12 schools across the United States and Canada to deliver streamlined procurement solutions that support student success. With access to hundreds of competitively awarded contracts, schools can efficiently purchase technology, classroom supplies, transportation, and professional development resources while saving time and money. Our trusted cooperative purchasing process ensures efficiency and transparency, with contracts delivered through local dealers to strengthen communities. From modernizing classrooms to enhancing student well-being, Sourcewell empowers schools to create enriching learning environments. Focus on what matters most鈥攅mpowering students鈥攚hile we help to streamline the procurement process. Learn more at .