Classroom Grants Assist Teachers and Administrators in the Education Process

Every year the Hillsborough Education Foundation makes funds available to Hillsborough County educators to create new and innovative educational programs that could not normally be accommodated by the typical school budget. A classroom grant can make learning exciting for teachers and students because it gives teachers an opportunity to be creative and innovative.  A school grant provides school principals funds for projects to improve various aspects of their schools - academic achievement, community support, parental involvement, student attendance and civility in the school environment, etc.

“We were able to raise our DOE grade from a D to an A this year!” exclaimed one assistant principal, “and we have The Hillsborough Education Foundation to thank for it. We received grants that supported academic areas and behavioral areas. We couldn’t have done it without The Foundation’s support.”

Three types of grants are available to teachers and administrators to help bring resources to help students achieve academic success:

• Classroom Grants
• School Excellence Grants
• Technology Match Grants

So, what exactly is a classroom grant?
A classroom grant is a grant that is written by an individual classroom teacher around a theme.  For example: The Elementary Math Council offers classroom grant projects which "enhance mathematics in the classroom."  These grants are unique because they put funds directly into the hands of the classroom teacher.  Classroom grant awards range from $250 to $2,500.

Click to apply for a classroom grant