Before applying for a grant, be sure to contact Rochelle Klein at kleinro@tulsaschools.org to get a copy of the Grant Application Approval Form and the Assumption of Responsibility Form.
The Office of Federal Programs and Special Projects must receive both completed forms and a copy of the grant application before submission.
International Sister Classrooms (K-12): Challenge 20/20 is an Internet-based program that pairs classes at any grade level (K-12) from schools in the U.S.
with their counterpart classes in schools in other countries; together the teams (of two or three schools) tackle real global problems to find solutions that can
be implemented at the local level and in their own communities.
Grantor: National Association of Independent Schools
Deadline: August 15
http://www.nais.org/global/index.cfm?ItemNumber=147262&sn.ItemNumber=153251&tn.ItemNumber=153260
Field Trips (PK-12): up to $700 for field trip expenses. Grantor: Target Foundation
Deadline: Applications available between August 1 and September 30
http://sites.target.com/site/en/company/page.jsp?contentId=WCMP04-031880
Technology (PK-12): Digital Wish – similar to Donors Choose but focused on technology, also includes monthly grant awards for submitted lesson
plans (lesson plans are shared and searchable). Grantor: Digital Wish
Deadline: Ongoing
http://www.digitalwish.com/dw/digitalwish/home
Early Childhood and Technology (PK-12): $500 to $5,000 to support early childhood education
projects directly related to creativity and technology/communication projects that advance learning
opportunities. Requires matching funds. Grantor: LEGO Children’s Fund
Deadline: the 15th of April, July, October, and January www.legochildrensfund.org/Guidelines.html
General School/Classroom (PK-12): $2,000 to $25,000 to fund school or classroom programs
Grantor: ING Unsung Heroes Deadline: April 30 ing.us/about-ing/citizenship/childrens-education/ingunsung-heroes
Grants for French Teachers to Train in France: Each year, the Cultural Services Department of the French Embassy offers a number of grants to qualified primary and secondary school teachers of French who would like to enhance their knowledge of French culture and improve their language and teaching skills.
The program includes:
- Tuition and training fees for 2 weeks
- A round-trip train ticket from Paris to the destination city Program participants receive grants covering a portion of their accommodation and food expenses.
Roundtrip airfare is NOT included. Application deadline: February 28, 2011. Learn more about the program at http://www.frenchculture.org/spip.php?rubrique516&tout=ok
K-12 schools in the Tulsa area: $2,500 for innovative use of technology. Grantor: Cox Connects Foundation. Deadline: March 1, 2011. www.cox.com/oklahoma/coxconnect/innovation.asp
School and Classroom Supplies (PK-12): UPC labels earn points redeemable for arts, athletics and academics Grantor: Campbell’s Labels for Education. Deadline: Ongoing
www.labelsforeducation.com
Music Classrooms (PK-12): $500 to $5,000 to purchase necessary music instruments and equipment. Must be used for instruction. Grantor: Guitar Center Music Foundation and The
Fender Music Foundation. Deadline: Ongoing. www.fendermusicfoundation.org/grants/index.cfm?sec=info
Reading/Language Arts Professional Development (PK-12): $4,000 to develop and implement a reading/language arts professional development workshop/course. Grantor: International Reading Association. Deadline: Ongoing
www.reading.org/Resources/AwardsandGrants/professional_whipple.aspx
Outdoor Classrooms (PK-12): small grants to community gardens, school gardens and other educational programs that connect children directly to gardening. Grantor: Annie’s Homegrown. Deadline: Ongoing http://www.annies.com/grants_for_gardens
Environment (1-12): $250 to $2,500 to support programs for hands-on involvement and understanding of environmental issues. Must be a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Grantor: Captain Planet Foundation. Deadline: March 31, June 30, October 31, December 31. www.captainplanetfoundation.org/Default.aspx?pid=3&tab=apply
DonorsChoose.org
DonorsChoose.org is a nonprofit website that connects teachers with classroom
needs with donors who want to help. Teachers submit project proposals for
materials their students need to learn, such as books, technology and science
equipment. These ideas become a reality when concerned individuals choose
projects to fund. Students write thank-you notes to donors. No deadline.
Grants for
Great Ideas
A program funding innovative projects that cost up to $500 that are
available to public school educators committed to enhancing the classroom
experience through the exploration of creative ideas and implementation of
innovative teaching techniques. Dealine is April 1st.
Ezra Jack Keats Mini-Grants
$500 for classroom projects, deadline is September 15.
The Innovation in Education program provides grants, up to $2,500 each, to public and private schools (grades K-12) in the Tulsa and Oklahoma City metro areas. The purpose of this program is to fund classroom curriculum and school-wide programs that promote students’ ingenuity and imagination through the innovative use of technology.Applications will be accepted through March 1. To learn more or to download an application, visit http://www.cox.com/oklahoma/coxconnects/innovation.asp
NEA Foundation for Learning and Leadership
Professional development grants for individuals ($2000) and small groups
($5000), rolling application with February 1, June 1 and October
15 reviews.
Fund For Teachers grants - Oklahoma
educators can apply for education grants of up to $10,000 for summer 2010, but
they must do so quickly as the January 29, 2010 deadline is fast
approaching. Unlike other educational grants, Fund for Teachers gives teachers
the freedom to design an experience that will most impact their lives, their
profession, and their community. Teachers can apply at online at www.fundforteachers.org.
Arts - P. Buckley Moss Foundation
offers $1,000 to aid and support teachers who wish to establish an effective
learning tool using the arts in teaching children who learn differently. Deadline:
September 30, 2010
www.mossfoundation.org/mossfoundation.org/paged708.html?id=3
Fine Arts Grant -
The Betty Bradstreet Assistance Fund provides money for the arts and
elementary, middle and high school fine arts teachers are encouraged to apply
by January 31, 2010. Applications are available from Ann Tomlins, tomlian@tulsaschools.org, and should
be sent to the Assistance League’s office at 3408 E. 11 St., Tulsa, OK 74112.
TRC Disaster Solutions Partners in
Education grant program
These funds may be used for classroom projects, school-wide programs or any
worthwhile purpose designed to help build dynamic futures for their students
and our State. For more info visit http://www.trcteam.com/trc/partners/.
Rolling deadlines: Sept 30, Nov 30, Jan 30, March 30.
Sprint Character Education Grant Program - School-based grant
ranging from $500-5000 per school for character education curriculum/teacher
training or for community/service learning projects. Deadline: February 5.
List of grants from the Education Week
http://www.edweek.org/ew/section/grants/index.html?intc=mt
We Are Teachers Microgrants: How do you teach
your students about technology and give them the 21st century skills needed to
compete in the world marketplace? Answer to win $200 and a Flip Video camera or
iPod nano. Apply by: April 27th http://www.weareteachers.com/web/21st_century
Award for Global Understanding
is given by NCSS to recognize a social studies educator (or a team of
educators) who has made notable contributions in helping social studies
students increase their understanding of the world. $2,000 award and a free
trip to NCSS annual conference. Deadline: May 15. http://www.socialstudies.org/awards/globalunderstanding
Target offers Art and Culture in Schools Grants
to K-12 schools, libraries, and nonprofits that bring arts and cultural
experiences directly to their students. These programs must have a curriculum
component. Grants are worth $2,000. Deadline April 30.
The McCarthey Dressman Education Foundation
provides up to $10,000 for programs that nurture the intellectual, artistic,
and creative abilities of children from low-income households. Apply by May
1. http://www.mccartheydressman.org/academic.html
ePals Teacher Ambassador: Share your
experience using ePals and you could be featured at the ISTE conference in
Denver in June. Deadline: May 21. http://www.epals.com/projects/info.aspx?divid=TeacherContest2010
NEA Foundation provides $5,000 grants to improve
the academic achievement of students in any subject area(s). The proposed
work should engage students in critical thinking and problem solving that
deepen their knowledge of standards-based subject matter. Due June 1.
http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/educators/grant-programs/grant-application/student-achievement-grants/