The Golden Acorn Classroom Mini Grants, offered by the Berrien Community Foundation, aim to support creative teachers by providing funding for innovative in-school or in-class projects in Berrien County. The grants are intended to remove financial barriers that prevent teachers from implementing imaginative educational programs. Grants of up to $500 are available for specific programs or projects, with a preference for unique and creative initiatives rather than routine expenses like textbooks or field trips. Teachers are encouraged to come up with engaging project ideas, secure principal approval, and submit a simple online application.

There are two grant cycles each year, with submission deadlines on February 15 and September 15. Each teacher is eligible to receive one award per calendar year. The application process includes creating an account, completing the online form, and uploading a signed letter from the principal.