How much funding does BioLEAP Classroom Grants provide?

BioLEAP Classroom Grants provides Up to $1,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for BioLEAP Classroom Grants?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for BioLEAP Classroom Grants?

Eligible applicants: Public school educators; Private school educators; Charter school educators.

BioLEAP Classroom Grants

National Anti-Vivisection Society

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Funding Amount

Up to $1,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Public school educators
Private school educators
Charter school educators

Other requirements

Teachers committed to replacing dissection or live animal use
Educators ready to move away from outdated or harmful practices
Teachers interested in integrating modern, tech-forward tools into curriculum

Overview

A grant program designed to help educators modernize science classrooms by replacing animal dissection with ethical, non-animal teaching alternatives. NAVS provides funding to support the adoption of humane science tools and methods.

Geographic Scope: United States (public, private, and charter schools)

Focus Areas:

Eliminating animal dissection from classrooms
Adoption of non-animal teaching methods
Modern, tech-forward science education tools
Humane alternatives to live animal use in education

Eligible Applicants

Public school educators
Private school educators
Charter school educators
Teachers committed to replacing dissection or live animal use
Educators ready to move away from outdated or harmful practices
Teachers interested in integrating modern, tech-forward tools into curriculum

Funding and Support

Award Amount: Up to $1,000 in funding
Additional Support: Personalized guidance from BioLEAP team to identify resources that fit teaching goals and classroom needs

Approved Uses

Grants can support purchase of:

Virtual dissection platforms
3D anatomical models
Augmented and virtual reality experiences
Computer simulations and digital learning tools

Expected Outcomes

BioLEAP-supported classrooms typically see:

Higher student engagement
Stronger understanding and retention of scientific concepts
Improved ethical reasoning and critical thinking
Deeper respect for living beings and the natural world
More inclusive learning environments

Subject Areas

Grants available for educators teaching:

Biology
Anatomy
Environmental science
General life sciences

Organization Information

Funder: National Anti-Vivisection Society (NAVS)
Type: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit
EIN: 36-2229588

How to Apply

Determine Eligibility: Confirm you are a U.S.-based educator at a public, private, or charter school committed to eliminating dissection or live animal use
Identify Your Needs: Assess which humane science tools would best serve your curriculum and students
Apply for Funding: Submit application through NAVS BioLEAP program (specific application requirements not detailed in available materials)
Receive Personalized Support: Selected applicants work with BioLEAP team to identify best-fit resources
Implement in Classroom: Use funding to purchase approved non-animal teaching tools

Required Materials

Not specifically detailed in available materials; applicants should contact NAVS directly for detailed application instructions.

Contact and Resources

Applicants are encouraged to "Apply for a BioLEAP Classroom Grant" directly through NAVS website for complete application details and support.

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What National Anti-Vivisection Society actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 11
Total given: $364K
Median grant: $15K
Range: $6,283–$150K

By dollars: Illinois 67%, Florida 7%, Wisconsin 6%. Top recipient cities: Chicago, IL; Madison, WI; Hartville, WY.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
18% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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