Teacher Scholarships/Grants

McDonald's Inspiring Atlanta students, One Grant at a Time!

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Win up to $20,000 for programs and activities that help area students.

Your McDonald’s of Greater Atlanta Owner/Operators are fueling the imagination, education and growth of area students with Golden Grants, a local program that supports individuals, educators, programs and organizations serving students grades K-12.

Grants will be awarded in the following amounts based on creativity and hands-on application of projects:

  • One grant awarded in the amount of $20,000

  • One grant awarded in the amount of $10,000

  • Ten grants awarded in the amount of $1,000

  • Total: $40,000


Qualifying activities include the following, as long as need is demonstrated:

  • Arts activities

  • Education initiatives

  • Mentorship and empowerment programs

  • After-school programs

  • Community service

  • Sports activities

  • Technology

  • COVID-19 relief-related efforts


Interested teachers can apply for a 2022 grant by choosing a county from the drop-down menu and completing the application. Only one application per program/initiative/organization will be accepted.

Click here for eligibility requirements.