Local McDonald’s restaurants are accepting grant applications for MAC Grants, which are designed to help area middle school teachers “Make Activities Count” for their students.

The MAC Grants program will specifically provide financial support so teachers can supplement regular classroom curriculum with activities the school’s budget may not allow.

Teachers in grades five through eighth may apply for grants of up to $500 for educational projects.

“The MAC Grants program is one way we demonstrate our gratitude for the amazing teachers in this area,” McDonald’s owner/operator Joe Nyanko said. “MAC Grants help teachers bring fresh energy to their classrooms and instill new generations of young students with the passion to learn.”

Applications are available at www.macgrants.com. The final day for applications is Aug. 4.