Educational Grants and Funding Resources

 

We know that money is one of the, if not the most prohibitive factor in obtaining new equipment for your classroom. Applying for educational grants may seem daunting, but securing a grant can make it possible to bring products like MiniOne’s systems and labs to your students!

 

Click the links below for information on securing funds through educational grants.

How to Use DonorsChoose.org

Ellen Peterson, middle school teacher and National Teacher Ambassador for DonorsChoose.org, shares tips and advice for using the crowdfunding website.

Educational Grant Guide and Template

Download a guide to help you get started applying for grants for your STEM classroom.

Craft a successful DonorsChoose.org Project

Carrie Fong, Title I school educator, gives tips for a successful DonorsChoose.org project, and shares her own successful project.

Educational grants come in all shapes and sizes, and sources can vary from federal/state level grants, to crowdfunding endeavors, your local Ed Foundation and even active community groups such as the Rotary Club or Kiwanis. 

Try these sources for grant opportunities or sources of funding:

 

Toshiba America Foundation

Your Local Kiwanis Chapter

Lion’s Club

Elks Lodge

Teach.com

Toyota TAPESTRY Grant

Lowe’s Toolbox for Education

DonorsChoose.org

GrantGopher

Your PTO/PTA

Your local Education Foundation