Applications are open for Tanger Outlet Commerce’s 2024 TangerKids Grants Program until Oct. 18.
The grant encourages educators in the Northeast Georgia area to request funding to enhance educational programs and create productive and inclusive learning environments.
The program has contributed over $3.4 million to education-centered initiatives in its nearly 30 years in operation. In 2023, Tanger awarded $168,000 in grants to fund over 140 programs. The projects funded included equipment upgrades, inclusion initiatives, interactive learning spaces, hygiene and clothing closets for students, literacy efforts and STEM programs.
Tanger also contributed 70% of total grants to support underserved schools in 2024, according to a release from the company.
Member’s Choice voting to select grant winners will be open to Tanger Commerce shoppers Dec. 2-13. All recipients will be announced in January 2025 and celebrated at the center’s annual TangerKids Day.
The grant is open to all faculty members at both public and private pre-K -12 schools. Those interested can apply for the grant here.
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