Most Popular Funding Opportunities Last Month
In the previous month, teachers searched GetEdFunding for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) project funding, literacy programming, after-school computer programs, and technology and tools for science and mathematics. Check out which grants GetEdFunding educators viewed the most in the month of March.
Siemens STEM Day: Possibility Grant Sweepstakes
Sponsored by Siemens Foundation and Discovery Education, Inc.
The Possibility Grant Sweepstakes supports educational activities in STEM with STEM-related equipment, supplies, technology, and science lab makeovers in kindergarten through grade 12 schools.
Deadline: Applications are due April 27, 2019.
Roads to Reading Literacy Initiative Grants
Sponsored by The Roads to Reading Initiative
The Roads to Reading Literacy Initiative provides funding for new children’s books as educational resources to schools, child-care centers, and nonprofit organizations serving children in need from birth through age 16. Donated books may be used for circulation and story time in school and public libraries; for remedial reading programs in schools, after-school programs, and community centers; and for story time in home daycares and daycare centers.
Deadline: Applications accepted April 1 through June 1, annually.
IGT After School Advantage Program
Sponsored by International Game Technology Global Solutions Corporation
The International Game Technology strives to address the needs of underprivileged and at-risk children aged 5 through 18 with a meaningful and enjoyable learning experience during the critical after-school hours in a safe environment. Grants are intended for the establishment of supervised computer centers that offer a technology-based educational environment in which children can learn basic computer skills and use these resources to complete educational projects.
Deadline: Applications are accepted year-round.
Enhancing Student Mathematics Learning through the Use of Tools and Technology Grants
Sponsored by Isabelle P. Rucker Fund and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Enhancing Student Mathematics Learning through the Use of Tools and Technology Grants are awarded to classroom teachers in prekindergarten through grade 12 to encourage innovative use of technology and other tools for effective teaching and meaningful student learning. Funding may be used for books, calculators, tablets, computers, or related equipment, as well as professional development in the use of the designated tools and technology.
Deadline: Applications are due May 3, 2019.
Children, Families, and Communities Grants
Sponsored by The David and Lucile Packard Foundation
The David and Lucile Packard Foundation offers funding that supports access to health care and early learning opportunities that help young children be healthy and ready for school. The foundation aims to improve training and professional development for child-care providers and educators, provide families and others that care for young children with skills and support to create nurturing environments, and ensure children and families have access to quality health care and health insurance.
Deadline: Applications are accepted year-round.