Casey’s Donates $900,000 to Schools

The donation will span 80 public, nonprofit and private schools across 17 states.

March 26, 2025

Through the Cash for Classrooms program, Casey’s General Stores is awarding $900,000 in grants to 80 public, nonprofit and private schools across 17 states, according to a press release.

Casey’s said the annual Cash for Classrooms program provides grants of up to $50,000 to each school to support physical improvements to school buildings and playgrounds, requests for books and educational materials, and community engagement and extracurricular activities. Since 2020, more than 400 grants totaling nearly $5 million have been awarded to schools across communities which Casey’s serves.

“At Casey’s, we’re all about delivering the unexpected to our guests and local communities. One of the most important ways we do that is through the financial support we provide to schools through our Cash for Classrooms program,” said Katie Petru, director of communications and PR at Casey’s. “Casey’s is dedicated to supporting schools, teachers and students and helping the next generation prepare for a bright future. We appreciate the generosity of our guests, team members and partners who enable us to make a positive impact.”

A few examples of this year’s grants include:

  • $40,000 to a high school in West Branch, Iowa, to purchase band instruments for students who may not have the resources to do so.
  • $30,000 to classrooms in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, for new touch-screen smart boards.
  • $25,000 to a middle school in Poteau, Oklahoma, for gymnasium improvements and courtyard updates.

Last week, Casey’s announced it was partnering with “Weather Women: Into the Bear’s Cage,” a “cinematic storm chasing documentary” by Paradeigm Films.

Casey’s said the series follows renowned storm chasers as they capture the 2025 storm season in real-time, offering viewers an unprecedented look at the power of nature.

“At Casey’s, we know it’s not crazy to chase your dreams—and storms—and these amazing women are proof that when an opportunity arises, you got to chase it. We’re here to fuel the adventure of storm chasing season across Casey’s Country,” said Petru.