PreK-12 Classroom Grants

Grant Description

The PreK-12 Classroom grant expands opportunities for idea-sharing and innovation. Utah educators and administrators at Utah public schools can implement innovative new approaches to STEM experiences in their classroom, with their findings being shared at STEM conferences and in the STEM Resource Library. We have funded hundreds of classroom grants over the years, impacting tens of thousands of students. These projects should focus on classroom-level instruction that is unique to the needs of the students. Note: As of the 24-25 school year, this grant will operate as a reimbursement grant.

Original Material

This grant seeks proposals that are unique and based on individual classroom needs. Reviewers are asked to rate creativity and originality. Keep this in mind especially if you are requesting a “kit”. How are you going to use it in a new, original way?

Use your own words in your applications. If an application is submitted that has been copied and pasted or is similar/identical to another grant proposal, both proposals will be declined for consideration of funding.

Funding

Grant requests vary, with a maximum award of $1,500. Funding should be used to cover:

project materials
equipment
admission fees
travel for a field trip

Funding IS NOT available for:

technology or other products used solely by the educator (laptop, iPad, smart board, etc.)
activities that take place outside of Utah
teacher professional development/training
salaries or stipends for educators or support staff
student competition expenses
software
food and apparel
literature (unless it is used as part of an integrated STEM activity)

Eligibility Requirements

This grant is available for applications from PreK-12 educators and administrators at public schools in the state of Utah. This grant can also be used by educators to help with school-sponsored after school programs.

Timeline

Applicants and grant recipients must attend to all deadlines. No late applications or paperwork will be accepted

Dates to know:

Application opens for submissions: August 15, 2024 (usually August 1 of every year)
Applications are due: September 15, 2024 (usually September 1 of every year)
Applicants notified of outcome: October 23, 2024
Signed agreement and invoice uploaded: No later than December 31 of every year
Receipts uploaded: No later than March 15 of every year *starting with the 24-25 school year, this grant will operate as a reimbursement grant*
Follow-up report due: No later than May 15 of every year