Teachers’ professional development is often supported through various grants to enhance their skills and knowledge. Here are some potential sources for grants focused on teachers’ professional development:
- NEA Foundation – Learning and Leadership Grants:
- The National Education Association (NEA) Foundation offers Learning and Leadership Grants to support professional development initiatives for educators.
- Website: NEA Foundation Grants
- Fund for Teachers:
- Fund for Teachers provides grants to support teachers in designing and participating in self-directed professional learning experiences.
- Website: Fund for Teachers
- Professional Development Grants from State Departments of Education:
- State education departments often provide grants to support teachers’ professional development. Check with your state’s education department for available opportunities.
- DonorsChoose:
- DonorsChoose is a crowdfunding platform where teachers can create projects to fund professional development resources and experiences.
- Website: DonorsChoose
- The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) Beyond Words Grant:
- AASL offers the Beyond Words Grant to support professional development for school librarians.
- Website: AASL Beyond Words Grant
- The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) – Take One!:
- NBPTS offers Take One! grants to support teachers pursuing National Board Certification.
- Website: NBPTS Grants
- Teaching Tolerance – Grants for Culturally Responsive Teaching:
- Teaching Tolerance offers grants to support educators in implementing projects that promote culturally responsive teaching and address issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Website: Teaching Tolerance Grants
- The Toyota USA Foundation – Teacher Development Grants:
- The Toyota USA Foundation provides grants to support professional development initiatives for K-12 teachers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education.
- Website: Toyota USA Foundation Grants
When applying for professional development grants, carefully review the eligibility criteria, application guidelines, and deadlines for each program. Additionally, consider exploring opportunities offered by local education foundations, community organizations, and professional associations. Collaborating with colleagues and sharing your vision for professional growth can strengthen your grant proposals.