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Grant Opportunities for 2016-2017
Grant: Kids Gardening.orgPurpose: Provides support for youth garden programs
Funds: Varies
Deadline: Varies
Website: http://grants.kidsgardening.org/
Grant: National Science Foundation
Purpose: There are several special programs for K-12 Educators.
Funds: Varies.
Deadline: Varies
Website: https://www.nsf.gov/funding/education.jsp?fund_type=4
Grant: We Are Teachers – Various Grants and Contests
Purpose: With districts everywhere facing budget cuts, we’re more dedicated than ever to help teachers get the resources they need.
Funds: Cash, iPods, etc.
Deadline: Varies
Grant: Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation – Community Partners Grant
Purpose: Projects should fall into one of the following categories: technology upgrades, building renovations/upgrades, grounds improvements, and safety improvements.
Funds: Grant requests can range from $2,000 to $100,000. A large majority of grants will be given in the $2,000 to $5,000 range. Most projects fall between $10,000 and $25,000. Critical need projects over $25,000 will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Deadline: The fall cycle will be open August 6, 2017 and closed September 28, 2017.
Website: http://responsibility.lowes.com/apply-for-a-grant/
Grant: Project Learning Tree Green Works!
Purpose: Do you have an idea for an environmental improvement project that will improve/restore natural habitats?
Funds: Up to $1,000
Deadline: September 30, 2016
Website: http://www.plt.org/applyforagrant
Grant: Toshiba America Foundation
Purpose: To support projects that advance science and math teaching in grades K-5
Funds: up to $1,000
Deadline: October 1, 2016
Website: http://www.toshiba.com/taf/612_grants.jsp
Grant: Target Field Trip Grants
Purpose: Target stores award Field Trip Grants to K-12 schools nationwide.
Funds: $700
Deadline: We accept grant applications between noon CST Aug. 1 and 11:59pm October 1.
Website: https://corporate.target.com/corporate-responsibility/grants
Grant: National Education Association (NEA) Foundation: Student Achievement GrantPurpose: To improve the academic achievement of students in any subject area. The proposed work should engage students in critical thinking and problem solving that deepen their knowledge of standards-based subject matter. The work should also improve students’ habit of inquiry, self-directed learning, and critical reflection. Applicants must be NEA members.
Funds: $2,000 and $5,000
Deadline: October 15, February 1, and June 1 each year
Website: http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/grants-to-educators/
Grant: NEA Foundation: Learning & Leadership Grant
Purpose: Grants to individuals fund participation in high-quality professional development experiences, such as summer institutes or action research. Grants to groups fund collegial study, including study groups, action research, lesson study, or mentoring experiences for faculty/staff new to an assignment. Applicants must be NEA members.
Funds: $2,000 for individual, $5,000 for group
Deadline: October 15, February 1, and June 1 each year
Website: http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/grants-to-educators/
Grant: Joan Lavine Keats Social Justice Institute of the Koppelman Holocaust/Genocide Resource Center at Rider University
Purpose: K-12 grade teachers who are concerned with confronting prejudice and furthering social justice through the study of the Holocaust or other genocides in their curriculum are legible for teaching grants.
Funds: $400
Deadline: October 28, 2016
Grant: The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Educator Achievement Award
Purpose: To recognize educators for contributions to the continued study of mathematics, science, and related technical studies among America’s youth.
Funds: TBD
Deadline: November 15, 2017 – (odd numbered years only)
Website: https://www.aiaa.org/secondary.aspx?id=766
Grant: National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) – “Angela” Award
Purpose: This award honors one female student in grades 5–8 who has a strong connection to science.
Funds: $1,000 US EE Savings Bond or Canadian Savings Bond purchased for the equivalent issue price.
Deadline: November 30, 2016
Website: http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx?lid=abt
Grant: NSTA – Ron Mardigian Memorial Biotechnology Explorer Award
Purpose: This award will recognize and reward an outstanding high school teacher who has made biotechnology learning accessible to the classroom.
Funds: The award will consist of $1,000 towards expenses to attend the NSTA National Conference and $750 in Bio-Rad products.
Deadline: November 30, 2016
Website: http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx?lid=abt
Grant: NSTA – PASCO STEM Educator Awards
Purpose: This award recognizes excellence and innovation in the field of STEM education at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels.
Funds: Each awardee will receive up to $1,000 to cover travel expenses to attend the NSTA National Conference and be part of a STEM share-a-thon workshop, a $500 monetary gift, and a $5,000 certificate for PASCO scientific products.
Deadline: November 30, 2016
Website: http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx?lid=abt
Grant: NSTA – Sylvia Shugrue Award for Elementary School TeachersPurpose: This award honors one elementary school teacher who has established (or is establishing) an interdisciplinary, inquiry-based lesson plan.
Funds: The award consists of $1,000 and up to $500 to attend the NSTA National Conference on Science Education.
Deadline: November 30, 2016
Website: http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx?lid=abt
Grant: NSTA – Vernier Technology AwardsPurpose: This award will recognize and reward the innovative use of data collection technology using a computer, graphing calculator, or other handheld in the science classroom.
Funds: Each award will consist of $1,500 towards expenses to attend the NSTA National Conference, $1,000 in cash for the teacher, and $3,000 in Vernier products.
Deadline: November 30, 2016
Website: http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx?lid=abt
Grant: NSTA – Distinguished Service to Science Education Awards
Purpose: These awards honor NSTA members who, through active leadership and scholarly endeavor over a significant period of time, have made extraordinary contributions to the advancement of education in the sciences and science teaching.
Funds: 3 nights’ hotel accommodation, and up to $500 towards expenses to attend the NSTA National Conference
Deadline: November 30, 2016
Website: http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx?lid=abt
Grant: Discovery PreK-12 (DRK-12)
Purpose: This program supports projects looking to address immediate challenges facing PreK-12 STEM teaching, learning, and assessment. It is primarily concentrated on research and development to inform formal STEM education.
Funds: Approximately 35-45 awards will be granted Anticipated Funding Amount: $50,000,000.
Deadline: December 5, 2016
Website: https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2015/nsf15592/nsf15592.htm
Grant: Annie’s Grants for Gardens
Purpose: Grant is open to schools and programs that connect children directly to gardening. Funds can be used to buy gardening tools, seeds or other needed supplies.
Funds: $
Deadline: Opens November 3, 2016 and closes December 5, 2016
Website: http://www.annies.com/giving-back/school-gardens/grants-for-gardens/grant-faqs
Grant: Kids Gardening – 2017 Youth Garden GrantPurpose: Provides youth garden programs with gardening supplies, curriculum, and funding for soil amendments and plants to help create engaging nutrition and gardening experiences.
Funds: (5) $750 Grand Prize package; (15) $500 award packages
Deadline: December 15, 2016
Website: http://kidsgardening.org/garden-grants/
Grant: National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) – Shell Science Teaching Award
Purpose: This award recognizes one outstanding classroom science teacher (K–12) who has had a positive impact on his/her students, school, and community through exemplary classroom science teaching.
Funds: $10,000 and an all-expense paid trip to attend NSTA’s National Conference; two finalists will also receive all-expense-paid trips to the conference.
Deadline: January 9, 2017
Website: https://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx#shell
Grant: International Literacy Association (ILA) - Helen M. Robinson Grant
Purpose: IRA member doctoral students apply for grants to assist at the early stages of dissertation research in the areas of reading and literacy. Must be a current member of IRA.
Funds: $1,200
Deadline: January 15, 2017
Website: https://www.literacyworldwide.org/about-us/awards-grants
Grant: ILA - Award for Technology and Reading
Purpose: Honors K-12 teachers who are making an innovative contribution to the use of technology in reading education.
Funds: One grand prize winner and seven regional winners
Deadline: January 15, 2017
Website: https://www.literacyworldwide.org/about-us/awards-grants
Grant: ILA – Erwin Zolt Curriculum Excellence Award
Purpose: ILA members apply for this award to honor exceptional design and execution of a curriculum unit based on In2Books or an e-Pals project and the Common Core State Standards, inspiring students to transform knowledge into creative action.
Funds: $2,500
Deadline: January 15,2017
Website: https://www.literacyworldwide.org/about-us/awards-grants
Grant: ILA – Esther Zolt Teacher Research GrantPurpose: The study should be conducted by a teacher who is implementing In2Books or an ePals project, and the Common Core State Standards with exceptional innovation and rigor, leading to the development of curious and independent learners.
Funds: $2,500
Deadline: January 15, 2017
Website: https://www.literacyworldwide.org/about-us/awards-grants
Grant: ILA – Nila Banton Smith Award
Purpose: Teachers apply for this award for outstanding leadership in translating theory and current research into practice in developing content area literacy.
Funds: $800
Deadline: January 15, 2017
Website: https://www.literacyworldwide.org/about-us/awards-grants
Grant: Toshiba America Foundation Grant
Purpose: To support projects that advance science and math teaching in grades 6-12
Funds: over $5,000
Deadline: February 1, 2017 and August 1
Website: http://www.toshiba.com/taf/612_grants.jsp
Grant: American Association of School Librarians (AASL) Innovative Reading Grant
Purpose: The AASL Innovative Reading Grant supports the planning and implementation of a unique and innovative program for children which motivates and encourages reading, especially with struggling readers.
Funds: $2,500
Deadline: February 1, 2017
Website: http://www.ala.org/aasl/aaslawards/innovativereadinggrant/aaslreading
Grant: NEA Foundation: Student Achievement Grant
Purpose: To improve the academic achievement of students in any subject area. The proposed work should engage students in critical thinking and problem solving that deepen their knowledge of standards-based subject matter. The work should also improve students’ habit of inquiry, self-directed learning, and critical reflection. Applicants must be NEA members.
Funds: $2,000 and $5,000
Deadline: February 1, June 1, and October 15 each year
Website: http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/grants-to-educators/
Grant: NEA Foundation: Learning & Leadership Grant
Purpose: Grants to individuals fund participation in high-quality professional development experiences, such as summer institutes or action research. Grants to groups fund collegial study, including study groups, action research, lesson study, or mentoring experiences for faculty/staff new to an assignment. Applicants must be NEA members.
Funds: $2,000 for individual, $5,000 for group
Deadline: February 1, June 1, and October 15 each year
Website: http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/grants-to-educators/
Grant: Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation
Purpose: Projects should fall into one of the following categories: technology upgrades, tools for STEM programs, facility renovations and safety improvements.
Funds: Grant requests can range from $2,000 to $100,000. Most projects fall between $10,000 and $25,000. Critical need projects over $25,000 will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Deadline: February 9, 2017 (the spring cycle will be open December 19, 2016)
Website: http://responsibility.lowes.com/apply-for-a-grant/
Grant: Lemelson-MIT Program InvenTeams
Purpose: Lemelson-MIT InvenTeams™ are comprised of high school students, educators, and mentors that receive up to $10,000 each to invent technological solutions to real-world problems of their own choosing.
Funds: Up to $10,000
Deadline: Application is available each October and deadline is February 28, 2016
Website: http://web.mit.edu/inventeams/apply.html
Grant: Ezra Jack Keats Minigrants
Purpose: Libraries that foster creative expression, working together and interaction with a diverse community.
Funds: $500
Deadline: March 15, 2017
Website: http://www.ezra-jack-keats.org
Grant: Kids Gardening – Carton 2 Gardening 2017
Purpose: Winners will be selected based on their implementation of an innovative garden creation featuring creative and sustainable uses for repurposed milk and juice cartons.
Funds: (1) Grand Prize of $5,000; (3) winners of a prize valued at $2,500; (10) winners will receive award packages valued a t $1,000.
Deadline: April 12, 2017
Website: https://www.kidsgardening.org/2017-carton-2-garden-contest/ 0
Grant: American Chemical Society (ACS) – Hach High School Chemistry Grant
Purpose: To support ideas that transform classroom learning and reveal the wonders of chemistry.
Funds: Up to $1,500
Deadline: April 14, 2017 (Application available on February 1)
Website: https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards.html
Grant: Voya Unsung Heroes Awards Program
Purpose: To fund innovative classroom projects.
Funds: $5,000 to $25,000
Deadline: April 30, 2017
Website: http://corporate.voya.com/corporate-responsibility/community-investment/childrens-education/voya-unsung-heroes
Grant: NEA Foundation: Student Achievement Grant
Purpose: To improve the academic achievement of students in any subject area. The proposed work should engage students in critical thinking and problem solving that deepen their knowledge of standards-based subject matter. The work should also improve students’ habit of inquiry, self-directed learning, and critical reflection. Applicants must be NEA members.
Funds: $2,000 and $5,000
Deadline: June 1, October 15, and February 1 each year
Website: http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/educators/grant-programs/student-achievement-grants/
Grant: NEA Foundation: Learning & Leadership Grant
Purpose: Grants to individuals fund participation in high-quality professional development experiences, such as summer institutes or action research. Grants to groups fund collegial study, including study groups, action research, lesson study, or mentoring experiences for faculty/staff new to an assignment. Applicants must be NEA members.
Funds: $2,000 for individual, $5,000 for group
Deadline: June 1, October 15, and February 1 each year
Website: http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/educators/grant-programs/learningandleadership/
Grant: Toshiba America Foundation Grant
Purpose: To support projects that advance science and math teaching in grades 6-12
Funds: over $5,000
Deadline: August 1, 2017 and February 1
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