NEA Foundation grants (Student Success; Learning & Leadership)
FreeNational (U.S.)
- Who
- Teachers, education support professionals and specialized instructional support staff who are current NEA members.
- What
- Grants of $2,000 or $5,000 for class projects or professional learning.
- When
- Reviewed three times a year. Example from the FAQ: apply by Feb 1 for an April 15 answer. Money must be spent within 12 months.
- Cost
- Free to apply.
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Fund for Teachers fellowships
FreeNational (U.S.)
- Who
- Full-time PreK-12 teachers in public, private or charter schools with 3+ years of experience, who spend at least half their time teaching students.
- What
- Grants for a self-designed summer learning experience (often travel) that you bring back to your class.
- When
- Applications open Oct 1, 2026 and close Jan 21, 2027 at 5:00 PM Central.
- Cost
- Free to apply.
- New York notes
- New York teachers are eligible.
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Toshiba America Foundation grants (grades 6-12)
FreeNational (U.S.)
- Who
- Grades 6-12 teachers with a hands-on math or science project. One grant per school at a time.
- What
- Grants for projects up to $5,000, and larger grants over $5,000.
- When
- Up to $5,000: due March 1, June 1, Sept 1, Dec 1. Over $5,000: due May 1 and Nov 1.
- Cost
- Free to apply.
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DonorsChoose (how it works)
FreeNational (U.S.)
- Who
- Full-time public and public charter school staff who work directly with students at least 75% of the time.
- What
- Teachers post a classroom request; donors fund it; DonorsChoose ships the items to the school. Two routes: Classroom Essentials (no minimum) or a Classroom Project ($100 minimum, short essay). Review takes about 3 days; a project can stay up for 4 months.
- When
- Any time.
- Cost
- Free for teachers. Items belong to the classroom.
- New York notes
- Check your district's rules on donations before you post.
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Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms
FreeInternational
- Who
- U.S. citizens teaching full time in a U.S. K-12 school, with a bachelor's degree and 3+ years of teaching.
- What
- A 10-week online global education course (Sept-Dec), a symposium in Washington, D.C. in February, and 2-3 weeks abroad visiting schools.
- When
- Applications usually open in December and close in February (check the official site for 2027-28 dates).
- Cost
- The program pays for the course, symposium travel and travel abroad.
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Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Research
FreeInternationalNot accepting applications now
- Who
- U.S. citizen K-12 teachers with 3+ years of full-time teaching.
- What
- 3 to 6 months abroad doing a research project on teaching.
- When
- The official page says applications are not being accepted at this time.
- Cost
- Funded award.
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Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST)
FreeNational (U.S.)Paused
- Who
- K-12 STEM teachers with 5+ years of experience.
- What
- National award with $10,000 from NSF.
- When
- NSF paused PAEMST on July 18, 2025 "until further notice." No nominations are being taken.
- Cost
- Free.
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New York State Teacher of the Year
FreeNew York / Long Island
- Who
- New York teachers. Anyone (parents, students, colleagues, community members) can make the first nomination.
- What
- NYSED's yearly honor for one New York teacher, who represents the state nationally.
- When
- The 2027 cycle is closed. Watch the NYSED page for the next cycle.
- Cost
- Free.
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Goethe-Institut Transatlantic Outreach Program (TOP) study tours to Germany
FreeInternational
- Who
- Full-time K-12 social studies teachers (and social studies curriculum staff) in the U.S. or Canada. STEM teachers are not eligible now.
- What
- Fully funded 10-day study tour to 2-3 German cities.
- When
- The next application is posted in the fall; sign up for the notice email.
- Cost
- Airfare, hotels, two meals a day are covered. A $350 deposit is refunded after you finish; budget about $350 for other meals.
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Keizai Koho Center Fellowship (study tour to Japan)
FreeInternational
- Who
- Grades 6-12 teachers of economics, social studies, geography or history who have not lived in Japan.
- What
- A short study tour of Japan; you then write a lesson plan and report.
- When
- 2026: applications closed Feb 14, 2026; tour June 22-30, 2026. 2027: check the official site.
- Cost
- Airfare, lodging, ground travel and most meals covered; you buy travel insurance.
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Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources summer workshops
FreeNational (U.S.)
- Who
- K-12 teachers of many subjects, plus librarians and curriculum specialists.
- What
- Summer workshops in Washington, D.C. on teaching with Library of Congress primary sources.
- When
- For 2026, applications closed Jan 23, 2026 and sessions ran in July. Check for 2027 (email teach@loc.gov).
- Cost
- Free tuition and materials; you pay travel, meals and lodging.
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NASA STEM resources and opportunities for educators
FreeNational (U.S.)
- Who
- K-12 educators.
- What
- Free educator guides, lessons, videos and posters, plus a list of open NASA STEM opportunities.
- When
- Any time.
- Cost
- Free.
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NSF Research Experiences for Teachers (RET)
FreeNational (U.S.)
- Who
- K-12 STEM teachers (and community college faculty). You apply to a university that runs an RET site.
- What
- Summer research in an engineering or computer science lab, usually 6+ weeks. NSF caps support at $15,000 per teacher per year (stipend plus up to $2,000 for class materials).
- When
- Each university site sets its own deadline.
- Cost
- Paid stipend (amount set by each site).
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Long Island Community Foundation
FreeNew York / Long Island
- Who
- Nonprofit organizations on Long Island (not individual teachers).
- What
- Grants to nonprofits in areas that include education and youth development. A teacher could partner with a local nonprofit.
- When
- Check the official site for current grant rounds.
- Cost
- Free to apply.
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General information only. Goal100 is not connected to these programs. Dates, fees and rules change; always read the official site before you apply. Every entry was checked on Nov 7, 2026.