Module 2.1 - Finding Grants

 Finding Grants

The first step in the grant process is investigating what grants are available, particularly for teachers. This page will help you explore a variety of resources for finding grants that tie into your goals and objectives.

 

Grant Sources

Take some time to explore the following websites for grant sources. You could also try conducting a Google search for educator grants if you are unable to find what you're looking for.

• CSD Education Technology Grants Page Links to an external site.
• Educational Grant and Funding Resources Links to an external site.
• #educationalgrants on Twitter Links to an external site.
• Links to an external site.Google Search Tips and Tricks Links to an external site. - for some fabulous hints to help in your Google searching

 

Canyons Education Foundation Innovation Grant

The Canyons Education Foundation awards thousands of dollars in grants for teachers in our district each year. The Foundation will award applicants up to $10,000 for a project. Click on the image below and read through the information about Innovation Grant on the Foundation webpage. As you read, take note of the requirements and due dates for this grant. Consider what proposal you might want to submit that fits the parameters of this grant.

 

CenturyLink Grant

The CenturyLink Teachers and Technology Grant is another great opportunity for teachers receive money for innovative classroom projects. CenturyLink considers requests of up to $5,000. Click on the CenturyLink image below to read through the grant information on their webpage. As you read, take note of the requirements and due dates for this grant. Consider what proposal you might want to submit that fits the parameters of this grant.

In addition to basic grant information, CenturyLink also provides access to information about previously awarded grant proposals. Click on the second image below to look over a few of the winners from last year to get a better idea of the kinds of grants that were awarded.