School construction grants provide funding to educational facilities from pre-kindergarten to college levels. To be eligible, schools must demonstrate a need for projects that improve sustainability and environmental friendliness of the school/district as well as the quality of education. Eligible projects include expanding classrooms/structures, repairing worn facilities, and updating old equipment. Applying for these grants requires persistence, research, and patience. Applicants must define their school vision with details on grades, students, curriculum, staff, programs before beginning a grant search. State education websites provide starting points to research applicable grants and deadlines. Authorization from local districts or state is also needed.