Mountain America and Show Up for Teachers Launch Second Annual $40,000 Educator Grant Program

Applications open April 1 through May 20 as the partnership continues to support teachers and fund classroom projects

Apr. 1, 2026 at 11:27pm

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Mountain America Credit Union has partnered with Utah First Lady Abby Cox's Show Up for Teachers initiative for the second consecutive year, continuing its support of educators across the state. This year, the program will award $40,000 in grants, with forty Utah educators receiving $1,000 each to support innovative ideas, thoughtful use of funds, and meaningful learning experiences for students.

Why it matters

The Show Up for Teachers Grant program provides critical financial resources to educators who often use their own time and money to enhance their classrooms. By investing in these efforts, Mountain America and Show Up for Teachers are recognizing the invaluable contributions of teachers and empowering them to bring their creative ideas to life.

The details

The Show Up for Teachers Grant is open to all teachers employed in Utah, with applications accepted from April 1 to May 20, 2026. Recipients will be announced at the annual Show Up for Teachers conference on July 9, 2026, where Mountain America will also have a booth with activities and prizes for attendees.

  • Applications open on April 1, 2026.
  • Applications close on May 20, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MDT.
  • The Show Up for Teachers conference will take place on July 9, 2026.

The players

Mountain America Credit Union

A credit union with more than 1 million members and $21 billion in assets, providing financial products and services to consumers and businesses.

Show Up for Teachers

An initiative led by Utah First Lady Abby Cox to support and recognize the contributions of educators in the state.

Abby Cox

The First Lady of Utah and the leader of the Show Up for Teachers initiative.

Sharlene Wells

The chief public affairs officer at Mountain America Credit Union.

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What they’re saying

“We love seeing firsthand how much this program means to teachers—not just in the resources it provides, but in the sense of support and recognition it creates.”

— Sharlene Wells, Chief Public Affairs Officer, Mountain America Credit Union

“As an educator, I've seen how access to the right resources can open the door for creativity and innovation in the classroom. The Show Up for Teachers Grants are one way we can support teachers in bringing their ideas to life and making a lasting difference for their students and school communities.”

— Abby Cox, First Lady of Utah

What’s next

Educators located in Arizona, Idaho, Montana and Nevada can visit macu.com/grants for more information about future grant opportunities.

The takeaway

The Show Up for Teachers Grant program demonstrates Mountain America Credit Union's ongoing commitment to supporting and empowering educators in Utah, recognizing their invaluable contributions to their students and communities.