Ankeny-based Casey’s General Stores has started a Cash for Classrooms grant program in an effort to support projects and initiatives taking place at accredited K-12 public and private schools in communities served by the convenience store. Grants will range from $1,000 to $50,000 and can be used for physical improvements, material needs, teacher support and community engagement initiatives, including projects that assist schools with changes brought on by the pandemic. Grants will be awarded in March 2021. The deadline to submit an application is Dec. 16. For information, click here.